We’ve had a death in the family… how do we arrange for funeral rites?
First of all, please know of our sympathy, our prayers and support in what is surely a difficult time. The Rites of Christian Burial are intended as a way for the Church to make intercession for the happy repose of souls, and to provide comfort to those who are grieving. Certainly in a time of grieving, families would like to have matters handled smoothly and efficiently. The first order of business is to contact a mortuary or funeral home; there are several in the area who particularly assist Catholic families. If you are in need of mortuary services, contact the Parish Office for a referral. The mortuary will then handle all matters relating to the use of the Cathedral, clergy services, etc. It is terribly important, then, that all matters relating to the Cathedral (i.e. arranging the wake, funeral services, graveside, requests, etc.) be handled exclusively THROUGH THE MORTUARY OR FUNERAL HOME. Please do not contact directly the parish office or priests/religious with whom you may be
