Funeral Planning

When a loved one has died, we offer consolation and guidance to the family members in planning a funeral or memorial liturgy. This is best done in person, and appointments are made by contacting our parish office.

Catholic Funeral Planning Checklist

• Choose funeral director
• Meet with Priest
• Decide on a burial or cremation
• Decide whether to have funeral at church, cemetery or crematorium
• If a church funeral, decide whether you want a Catholic funeral Mass, or a funeral without a Mass.
• Fix date of the funeral
• Make a list of those you would like to attend
• Help with Catholic funeral readings
• Help with Catholic funeral music
• Decide what family/friends will do at the funeral. For example, bear coffin, do readings, compose and read bidding prayers, place pall on the coffin, place Bible and crucifix on the coffin, bring up the bread and wine at funeral Mass
• Decide whether you want someone to speak in memory of the deceased
• Instructions regarding flowers
• Details of designated charity in lieu of flowers
• Finalize Order of Service
• Arrange a reception after the funeral

Payments and Offerings

The cost to utilize the Church for your loved ones' funeral is $450 (includes music). Online payment is available. If after the funeral, you'd like to express your gratitude to the parish, the priest, and/or the deacon that presided over the service, it is gratefully accepted.

Seeking consolation after a loved one has died?

Losing a loved one can be a difficult time. Many emotions and questions can surface.  We are here for you. Reach out for our caring team to meet and talk with you. It is a chance to ask a lot of questions and to listen. It's a time to explore what is on your mind and often find out a lot about yourself after this loss. It sometimes unravels complications of all sorts.

Please reach out to the parish office 413.256.6181 to schedule a meeting with one of our caring

St. Brigid's team members to help you and your family navigate through your deep loss.