The Liturgy of the Word
Family or friends, if they are able, are encouraged to do these readings. The Word of God brings hope and consolation. At the funeral Mass we have two readings; the first is from the Old Testament (A) and the second from the New Testament (B). The Readings are not to be read from photocopies. A book will be prepared for you.
Offertory Gift Bearers
Family members or friends are invited to carry up the gifts of bread and wine. This is another liturgical expression of love for the deceased. During Covid the gifts will not be brought to the altar.
Words of Remembrance
Words of Remembrance may be read at the start of the funeral. It must not exceed 3-4 minutes in length. Another option is to read this at the time of visitation, graveside or at the repast. Please see the Words of Remembrance section for further information.
Assistants
We have assistants in our funeral ministry who will be available to read or take up gifts if the family is unable to do so.
Music Selection
Please find the guidelines for music selection along with suggestions for the funeral. Our Music Ministry Director will be happy to assist you.
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Mass Date: ______________ Mass Time: _____________Presider____________________
Cross to be placed by: __________________________________________________________
Opening Song: _________________________________________________________________
Words of Remembrance-Optional-3-4 minutes. __________________________________
First Reading: (Old Testament): _________________________________________
Read by: _______________________________________________________________
Responsorial Psalm: Selected by Music Director_______________________
Second Reading: (New Testament): ________________________________________
Read by: ________________________________________
Gospel Reading: Read by Priest___________________________________
Homily:
Intercessions: Read by: ______________________________________
Preparation of the Gifts Song:________________________________________________
The gifts of bread and wine are presented by: Discontinued during Covid
Communion Song: _______________________________________________________________
Final Commendation
Song of Farewell: Selected by music director______________________________________
Procession to Place of Committal Song: ___________________________________________
Cemetery Plans:
Do we have permission to print name of deceased:
Notes:
Our Lady of Good Counsel 155 West Parkway Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
Susan DePalma, Music Ministry Director 973.271.9353
musicministry@goodcounsel.org