The purpose of this ministry is to provide the opportunity for persons preparing a funeral or memorial service for their deceased loved ones to be actively involved in the process. Volunteers assist family members and/or friends at the time of death by visiting them in their homes or meeting at the Parish Office to help plan the music and readings for the funeral liturgy. They also offer the bereaved opportunities for participation in the Mass of the Resurrection as readers or gift bearers. On the day of the funeral, they serve as greeters at the Mass. A few weeks after the funeral, they call or visit the family to offer support if it is needed.
Please call the Parish Office at 508.775.5744 if you are interested in serving in this ministry, or send an email to ministries@olvparish.org.
The ministry also hosts a Mass of Remembrance on a Sunday in November where the faith community remembers and prays for the parishioners who have died during the past year.