"There is an appointed time for everything, and a time for every affair under the heavens. A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to uproot the plant." Ecclesiastes 3:1-2

The most profound and challenging time for most of us is the death of a loved one. Yet as Catholics, we believe not only in the sanctity of life, but that death is not the end, rather a change in life. We offer you our prayers and hope to bring you support to you during this time.

At any time you may call us for assistance 201-337-7596. 

Inevitably you will be faced with a host of choices and decisions that need to be made. To the extent we are able to reduce your stress, we want to provide the support you need. Regarding the Funeral Services, much of the materials you will need to assist you can be found here. This is not meant to make the process less personal, but only to faciliate getting you information to make decisions and assisting Fr. Bob in preparing to pray with you for your loved one. Fr. Bob will plan to make contact with you either at the Wake for the Vigil Prayers or via phone if there isn't a wake. Should you have particular questions beyond what is in the material, please feel free to call Fr. Bob at 201-337-7596 ext. 312 or email him at [email protected].

Music Choices:
We invite you to contact Michael Wada our music minister to select the music for the Funeral. You may reach Michael either by email [email protected] or by phone at 201-218-4846.

Reading Choices:
You will also need to make several choices regarding the readings and who will read. This includes 

• one Old Testament Reading and who will read it
• You will choose a Psalm to be sung when you speak to Michael Wada about the Music
• one New Testament Reading and who will read it
• someone to read the General Intercessions or Universal Prayer
• You will also need to identify individual(s) that will bring up the gifts of bread and wine

Click here to find the readings choices: Readings
Click here to find the form to submit your choices: Selection Form

Additional Information: 
On the selection form you will also find space to provide information about your beloved. We invite you to think about and share the information to assist the priest or deacon in preparing his homily.