Funerals

A Catholic goodbye rooted in love and hope

When someone you love passes away, we’re here to walk with you. The funeral liturgy offers a sacred space to grieve, give thanks, and commend your loved one to God’s care.

A sacred farewell

honor your loved one through the prayers and traditions of the Church

Hope in the resurrection

find peace in the promise of eternal life

Support for your family

receive compassionate guidance during a difficult time

Why this matters

Grief needs a place to rest

In the wake of loss, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, unsure, or alone. Without a clear plan or spiritual support, families often delay important steps or miss the comfort the Church provides. Grief has no map — but the funeral liturgy offers structure, prayer, and meaning. Without it, we risk carrying our sorrow without resolution or hope.

How Christ the King helps

We help you honor life with dignity and grace

At Christ the King, we guide you through the funeral process with clarity and compassion. From planning the liturgy to choosing music and readings, we work closely with your funeral home to make sure everything is handled with care. Whether the death was expected or sudden, we’re here to help you focus on what matters most — remembering your loved one and entrusting them to God.

Requirements

Basic funeral preparation checklist

We understand how difficult it is to think clearly during times of grief. These are the five key pieces needed to begin funeral planning through the parish:
What to Expect

Steps for planning a funeral at Christ the King

01.

Connect with a funeral home

We work with your chosen funeral director to coordinate arrangements and begin planning the liturgy.

02.

Plan the liturgy

Choose readings, music, and who will participate, with guidance and support from our team.

03.

Contact the parish office

Call us as soon as possible after a death so we can begin walking with you through this process.

04.

Contact the parish office

Call us as soon as possible after a death so we can begin walking with you through this process.

Contact the parish office

If you’ve recently experienced a loss, please reach out. We’ll help you begin the funeral planning process with care and support.

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FAQs

Discover answers to common questions about Funerals.
Do funerals have to include a full Mass?
Not always. While a Funeral Mass is ideal for practicing Catholics, we also offer prayer services and liturgies outside of Mass depending on the family’s needs and circumstances.
We generally reserve the Catholic funeral liturgy for baptized Catholics. However, we’re happy to speak with families about special situations and provide pastoral support where possible.
Even if someone was away from the Church, the funeral can be a time of reconciliation, prayer, and peace. Each situation is unique — please call and we’ll walk with you through it.
There is no charge for the funeral liturgy itself. However, offerings for the parish and honorariums for musicians is often customary.