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Bereavement Ministers assist grieving families prepare the funeral mass to prayerfully and properly commemorate their loved one's life. Depending upon individual parish practices, this may include conveying sympathy on behalf of the parish; meeting with the family to guide them through the selection of readings, psalms, intercessions, and music; leading prayer at the vigil (wake) service; or communicating ongoing concern and support.
 

Bereavement Training provides an orientation to the ministry and is followed by hands-on training experiences guided by the parish Bereavement Minister or Coordinator.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4

Monday, 5/13/2019
 
Hello everyone!

Thank you all so very much for your passion and commitment for training with the bereavement ministry.
 
Unfortunately, unexpected events have happened resulting in the cancellation of bereavement training scheduled for

Saturday, May 18, 2019
at St Colette Catholic Church in Rolling Meadows

There are no plans at this time to reschedule it. However, we will keep you notified immediately of our next scheduled training.
 
Again we are so sorry for the cancellation and we encourage and thank you for hearing His call to this ministry.

Please, kindly expect communications about this new circumstance.

Should you have any questions, please contact Deacon Tom Westerkamp -Westerkamp17@aol.com

 
Thank you and God Bless you all!

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•  The responsibility for the ministry of consolation rests with the believing community, which heeds the words and example of the Lord Jesus: “Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted” Matthew 5:4