As Christians, we need not be afraid of death. Throughout the Christian year, we are reminded often of the uncertainty of life, yet also of the certainty of Christ’s power over death. Jesus tells his disciples, “I go to prepare a place for you…that where I am you maybe also.” John 14:3
To be a responsible, faithful Christian is to be ready, always prepared to live in Christ now and be ready for the life to come. An important task in being prepared is the making of burial arrangements before death occurs. It is a measure of our own spiritual health and awareness of our Christian hope. It is also one of the most loving gifts we can provide for our surviving family members because of the many decisions that surround death and burial.
Burial preparation booklets to assist you in making informed and prayerful decisions concerning your death and burial are available in the tract racks in the Parish Hall. The burial preparation booklet may also be downloaded here. Also, please fill out the
Burial Instructions Form and return to the parish office for our records.
