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This information is intended for parents of school-age children and teachers who are imparting Religious Education within a Catholic school environment.
FUNERALS
The contents of these documents are related to the present day teaching of the Catholic Church in relation to Doctrine, Liturgy and Catholic practices. There are also special sections on Catholic Marriage and arranging a funeral in the Catholic Church.
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To make this easier for the family, the Catholic Church has pre-selected a number
of Biblical passages which are appropriate for the occasion of a funeral. Please look
over these passages as part of your funeral preparations, and find those words
which speak to your heart.
Instructions:
1. The first reading is taken from the Old Testament. Each reading also has an accompanying psalm, and together they form a "package deal".
2. The second reading is taken from the New Testament.
3. The gospel reading is also taken from the New Testament, and it may be chosen either by the priest or by the family. This may be discussed by the family with the priest who will preside the funeral liturgy.
4. The family is invited to designate two persons to read the first two readings, one reading each. If the psalm is to be read, not sung, then the family may pick a third person to read it. The psalm may be sung by a cantor, who may lead the congregation to sing a response.
5. The priest or an assisting deacon will proclaim the gospel. Cantor, choir or people will sing/say the Alleluia Verse
6. Once you have selected your readings, please let the priest know the readings which have been chosen, as well as the names of those who will be doing the readings.
7. Choose one or several people to proclaim the Prayers of the Faithful which will take place after the Gospel.