Catholic Etiquette for Funerals

The time immediately following the death of a loved one is difficult and confusing for many reasons. Adding to a family's concern and stress is the need to make decisions regarding a funeral and burial.

Catholic Etiquette for Funerals is a compassionate and practical guide that spells out:

• Issues, customs, and regulations involved in planning a Catholic funeral
• Responsibilities typically expected of immediate family
• Protocol and etiquette guidelines for those outside the immediate family circle.

Here are the parts that make up a Catholic Vigil Service, Funeral Liturgy, and Committal.

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Step-by-step, author Kay Lynn Isca describes the roles of the parish priest, funeral director, pall bearers, ushers, readers, Eucharistic ministers, and more.