The funeral Mass (Memorial Mass if no body is present) is held in the Church. At the entrance to the church, the remains are sprinkled with holy water and covered with a pall, a reminder of baptism. An urn of cremated remains may be carried in procession or placed on a table at the front of the church before the service begins.
Holding a funeral Mass is preferred but is not a requirement. In cases where the family of the deceased decide that a Mass cannot be held, the funeral service will include the funeral prayers (funeral liturgy) that would normally be held during Mass.
Once you family member funeral has been scheuled, please complete the Funeral Forms in separate tab HERE and return by FAX to 718-351-0824 or email parishadmin@stpatrickssi.org.