“At the death of a Christian, whose life of faith was begun in the waters of Baptism and strengthened at the Eucharistic table, the Church intercedes on behalf of the deceased because of its confident belief that death is not the end, nor does it break the bonds forged in life. The Church also ministers to the sorrowing and consoles them in the funeral rites with the comforting Word of God and the Sacrament of the Eucharist.” – Order of Christian Funerals, no. 4
We will walk the journey with you as you experience the death of a loved one.
Pre- Planning:
As Catholics, we believe in Jesus’ promise of Eternal Life. Pre-planning Catholic funeral rites is an act of faith in God and an act of love for our family members. The practice of pre-planning these rites is becoming increasingly common as a practical way to provide clarity and peace of mind.
The first step in pre-planning is gathering information and learning more about Catholic funeral rites (see Catholic funeral rites information available on this page). If you are pre-planning for yourself, another important step is sharing this information and wishes with family members, so they are prepared when the time comes. Contact us if you have any questions about these rites, or if you wish to pre-select the music and readings for a funeral Mass.
Unexpected Passing:
If a family member has passed away, please contact us as soon as you have selected your funeral home. We will help you coordinate the Catholic funeral rites for your loved one (see Catholic funeral rites information available on this page).
Please call the parish office or send us an email to ConsolationMPB@gmail.com with the following information:
– Family contact (your name), phone number, mailing address, email address, and relation
– Name of the deceased, cause of death, residence, and if he/she was a parishioner and/or a baptized Christian
– Date of birth and date of passing for the deceased.
– Funeral Home, address, phone number, contact person
– Cemetery (if it has been chosen)
– If you have questions about cremation, please let us know
Our bereavement minister will contact you as soon as possible and will walk you through the process.
NOTE: If you wish to offer a Mass for a deceased person, please call the parish office directly during business hours at 407-365-3231. Thank you.
Contact us if:
- You have experienced an unexpected passing and would like to coordinate funeral rites for your loved one.
- A death in the family is near, and you would like to pre-select the songs and readings for a funeral Mass.
- You are interested in pre-planning your own funeral.
- You wish to learn more about the Catholic guidance on cremation.
- If you have questions about Catholic funeral rites.
We are here to help! Our bereavement minister will walk you through the necessary steps to celebrate the Catholic funeral rites for your loved one or yourself. Call us at 407-365-3231, or email us at ConsolationMPB@gmail.com.
If you are journeying through grief after the loss of a loved one, join us for a Series of Presentations on Grief
- February 6, 2027 – Our Mother, the Church, and its Teachings on Life After Death.
- March 6, 2027 – Grief is Love with Nowhere to Go: Understanding Grief and its Impact on all Aspects of Life.
- April 3, 2027 – Grieving with Hope: Practical Strategies to Manage Our Emotions as We Grieve.
- May 1, 2027 – Until We Meet Again: Remembering Our Loved Ones with the Help of Our Catholic Faith.
All presentations will begin at 10:30 AM. Location to be confirmed. To register, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Rose M. Ocaña at consolationmpb@gmail.com or 407-443-8683.
Coping with grief during the holidays
When we are grieving the loss of a loved one, any day of the year may be hard. However, the holiday season, birthdays, and anniversaries may be overwhelming. Here are some ideas and reminders that may help us navigate this journey in faith.
- Be kind and patient with yourself – Don’t establish expectations of what you ‘should’ feel or do.
- Plan ahead – Think about what you would like to do, the people with whom you would like to be, and be proactive; take the initiative to make plans for yourself.
- Be flexible with holiday traditions – It is okay to modify traditions or even decline attending an event. Have an exit plan in case you need to leave a gathering. However, it is also okay to attend and enjoy yourself. Only do what feels right for you.
- Say their name – saying our loved one’s name and sharing stories can be liberating; they are part of us and part of who we are.
- It is okay to cry – Crying either in front of others or by ourselves when we miss our loved one is always okay.
- It is okay to laugh – Some people who are grieving tend to feel guilty if they laugh or have a good time; let’s avoid that temptation! Our loved one would want us to laugh!
- Consider volunteering – Volunteering our time and talents works in two ways; we are helping others, but we are also receiving from others; sometimes more than what we give.
- Take care of yourself – Accept help and support from friends; if you are not eating well, not sleeping well, or experiencing palpitations, panic attacks, or feelings of anxiety, set an appointment with a counselor or mental health professional.
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“We were indeed buried with him through baptism into death, so that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might live in newness of life.”
Romans 6:4