How to Plan a Catholic Funeral Service
Funerals are traditional and formal services that commemorate the person who passed away. A Catholic funeral service is sometimes requested by the family members of the one who passed away, especially if they are devout Catholics. Arranging this type of service needs careful organization and quick decisions unless it has been pre-planned.
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Discuss with the family members how they want the funeral service to be. They might have special requests for the specific priest to officiate or the location of the service. Take note of the details that the family wants; ask for the contact number of all service planners and participants.
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Arrange the place where the funeral service will take place. The casket and other arrangements are usually decided by the family members, but if they are not able to decide, you may need to assist.
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Call the priest who will administer the service, so that you will know if he is available. Call him immediately, so you have time to look for a different priest in case the first choice is not available.
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At the service, place the flowers arrangements in a way that they will not obstruct the casket or look cramped. You can place some arrangements outside if there is not enough space inside the funeral room.
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With the family members, set the date as to when the vigil or the "wake" and the Mass of Christian burial will be. The mass is usually done in a Catholic church on the day of the burial, while the vigil is done the night before the burial. Give family members the option of choosing the details such as the liturgical readings, who will read them, and the music.
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Inform other family members or friends about the death of the person. You can also contact the local newspaper so that it will be placed in the obituary.
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Tips & Warnings
Involve family members in every decision to make it easier for you and also to make sure that they are satisfied with the funeral service.
