At the death of a Christian, whose life of faith was begun in the waters of baptism and strengthened at the eucharistic table, the Church intercedes on behalf of the deceased because of its confident belief that death is not the end nor does it break the bonds forged in life. The Church also ministers to the sorrowing and consoles them in the funeral rites with the comforting word of God and the sacrament of the eucharist.

Order of Christian Funerals, Introduction

While the death of someone close to us may bring grief and sorrow, as Catholics, we also stand firm in our hope of eternal life.

Those responsible for preparing the funeral of a loved one can often find themselves trying to attend to a number of responsibilities, in addition to coping with their own feelings of grief and loss. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish is able to assist you in the preparation and celebration of a funeral.

Some parishioners' funerals have even taken place during the usual 9:00 a.m. Mass of a weekday. This allows parishioners who knew them to join with the family and friends of the deceased in prayer.

For enquiries and assistance in relation to funerals, contact the parish office.