This rite is the conclusion of the funeral. It is the community’s final act in caring for the body of its deceased member. The Rite of Committal should be celebrated at the place of committal [Read More]

The Funeral Liturgy, usually the Mass, is the central celebration of the Christian community for the deceased and takes place in the parish church. Catholics bring the body of the deceased to the church. This [Read More]

The Vigil for the deceased is the principal rite celebrated by the Christian community in the time following death and before the funeral liturgy. When Christians gather at the Vigil, they show their respect and [Read More]