Our staff meets with the family at the time of death to extend the sympathy of the parish and to assist them in planning the Funeral Mass and the Wake Service. We try to bring the presence of God to a bereaved family. If the family wishes, a luncheon will be provided after the funeral in the Family Center. We also send cards of remembrance on the first anniversary of the death because we recognize the need for ongoing support throughout the grief process. A Memorial Service to honor beloved family and friends is celebrated each year on All Souls Day.
Ongoing support is offered to people grieving a loss.
This is a ministry to the homebound or temporarily disabled. Transportation, meals, visiting, respite care and shopping are available upon request. Lectio Divino and Centering Prayer are offered every Friday at noon in the Church. One-half hour of scripture reflection and prayerful silence is offered. This year we will be basing our reflections and discussion on Fr.