Arrangements for a Funeral at St Ignatius Church are made through the Funeral Director selected by the family. The Director usually contacts the parish office so that the Parish Priest may agree the best day and time for the ceremony. The Funeral Director also contacts the parish organist (Ann Carey) to check if she is available.
When a time has been agreed for the Service, the family will meet with the Priest to discuss the Order of Service and other details.
Orders of Service must be sent in advance of printing to the parish secretary to ensure there are no errors.
We ask that Requiem Mass Orders of Service should not contain requests or appeals for donations.
STRUCTURE OF THE FUNERAL MASS
Opening Hymn
Greeting
Opening Prayer
Reading (from the Old Testament)
Choose one of these readings.
Psalm
Reading (from the New Testament)
Choose one of these readings.
Gospel Acclamation (Alleluia outside Lent Season)
Choose one of these Acclamations.
Gospel (to be read by a priest or deacon)
Information about the Gospel Reading
Homily
Prayers of Intercession (bidding prayers)
Information about these prayers available here.
Offertory Hymn
Our Father
Lamb of God
Communion Hymn/ Music
Final Commendation
Hymn/Recessional Music