Where does the Catholic Church stand on cremation?
Because traditional funeral rites are intended to honor the body of the deceased, it is still preferred by the Catholic Church that the physical body of the deceased be present during the mass. After the traditional rites of the service have been performed, cremation is carried out. We have a brochure available entitled Cremation For Catholics that explains more fully the Catholic Churchs position. You may request one by phone or through our Contact Information page here on our web site.
