Planning a Funeral

In the face of death, our parish responds with a ministry of consolation extending prayerful compassion and service to those who have suffered the loss of one whom they love. Our staff and volunteers are committed to helping you and your family during this most difficult time. The information below is to assist you in planning your loved one’s funeral.

Planning the Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial

To assist families in planning the funeral Mass of a loved one, we provide a booklet with the readings and Mass planning sheet. It includes various options, hymn suggestions, and places where family members may choose to participate. 
Please click here to download and view the booklet.  

Memorials for Your Loved One

Many families choose to make memorial donations to the parish in memory of their deceased loved one.  
Below are specific ways to remember your loved one here at Our Lady of Grace

Memorial Mass
One of the most common ways for Catholics to remember their loved ones is by having a Mass offered in memory of the loved one.    The suggested offering is $10 for a Mass. To have a Mass scheduled in memory of your loved one, you may call the parish office, stop by, or complete and submit a Mass Intention form.

Hymnal

Memorialize or honor family or friends by making a $20 donation to the parish. A memorial bookplate will be placed in a new parish hymnal. To make this memorial contribution, contact   Marisa Cazden

Memorial Walk Brick or Border Plate
Memorialize or honor family or friends by purchasing a Memorial Walk Brick or Border Plate.  Bricks and Plates are customized with your memorial. Contact Joyce Petrunyak.

Next Generation Parish Endowment

A monetary gift in memory of your loved one may be made to our Next Generation Parish Endowment. This type of memorial benefits the parish in perpetuity by providing capital while retaining the principle, resulting in financial stability for the parish. All memorial gifts to the Parish Endowment are free from any Diocesan assessment.

Liturgical and Parish Needs
For larger donations, families and friends may choose to honor a deceased loved one by purchasing vestments, altar cloths, and other needed items.  Contact our Pastor at the parish office to inquire about the current parish needs.