Grief needs to be shared. Our Catholic community stands by you in your loss. We will support you as you remember, honor, and commemorate the death of your family member. St. Catherine of Siena Church offers a variety of services to help families as they grieve.

Funeral planning resources are available to assist you in planning services for your family member. A Funeral Planning Worksheet may be downloaded and printed here, picked up in the Church office or from the Care and Support office, or in the Narthex in the large wall rack. Our packet is in the upper right-hand corner of the rack.

A team of music ministers—choir, accompanist, and cantors-are available to serve at the funeral liturgies. It is customary with churches that a stipend is offered to both the accompanist and cantor. A typical offering is $100-$125.

After the funeral: A packet of bereavement information and services is given to each family after the funeral. This packet includes information about support groups in the area and other reading material that may be of comfort.

Near the Feast of All Souls, which is November 2, St. Catherine’s will host an Evening Prayer of Remembrance for all who have lost someone. In a special way, we honor those who have died since November of the previous year. All are welcome to attend.