One of the most sensitive times in people's lives is the loss of a loved one. Despite our Christian belief in the resurrection of the dead and life everlasting purchased for us by Christ and promised to us in baptism when we are given life in Christ's own death and resurrection, the physical reality is that of final separation from a loved one and an irreversible loss.

When someone dies, those family and friends left behind all grieve in different ways. Here at SS. Peter and Paul, care is taken to perceive the extent of grief of family members, which varies with the circumstances of death: some families may be overwhelmed and not be able or willing to plan the funeral, some use it as a form of grieving, others use it as a way of honoring the deceased. There is no right or wrong here and the priests and liturgists are here to assist all families with their grieving process.

Those who choose to be involved in the planning of the funeral liturgy receive a packet, called "Through Death to Life", a hymnal, and a liturgy outline sheet. The family then meets with the liturgist to plan the funeral liturgy. For more details on the funeral liturgy, click here.

The funeral home you have chosen will work with you and the parish to schedule your funeral liturgy. You may also use the Ministry Center Social Hall for a funeral luncheon if it is available on the day of your service. Funeral luncheon's at SS. Peter & Paul are catered and volunteers from our parish are called to serve the luncheon for you. You are responsible for the cost of the food.

 For more information or if you would like to plan a funeral liturgy or memorial service, please call the Parish office at 630-355-1081.