The Words of Remembrance should be written out in their entirety. Sometimes even the best-intentioned speaker is overcome with emotion-this allows someone else to complete the reflection if the original speaker is not able to. The Words of Remembrance should be limited to around 3 minutes. The time allotted to the words of remembrance should not detract from the order of Mass; also, cemetery staff may be expecting the funeral party to arrive in a timely manner. Ideally, only one person should deliver the words of remembrance. Another family member or friend may stand next to you for support and comfort if needed. Remember that some stories or thoughts are best saved for a gathering outside of the Church.

If you wish to have Solo Organ music (not a hymn) for any part of the Mass, please select “ORGAN ALONE” for that choice. Hymns with an * indicate they are not available for choosing during the season of Lent, as they contain “Alleluia” and we refrain from that during Lent. Si desea tener música de órgano solista (no un himno) para cualquier parte de la Misa, seleccione “ÓRGANO SOLO” para esa opción.

If you wish to have Solo Organ music (not a hymn) for any part of the Mass, please select “ORGAN ALONE” for that choice. Hymns with an * indicate they are not available for choosing during the season of Lent, as they contain “Alleluia” and we refrain from that during Lent. Si desea tener música de órgano solista (no un himno) para cualquier parte de la Misa, seleccione “ÓRGANO SOLO” para esa opción.

If you wish to have Solo Organ music (not a hymn) for any part of the Mass, please select “ORGAN ALONE” for that choice. Hymns with an * indicate they are not available for choosing during the season of Lent, as they contain “Alleluia” and we refrain from that during Lent. Si desea tener música de órgano solista (no un himno) para cualquier parte de la Misa, seleccione “ÓRGANO SOLO” para esa opción.