‘To Dust You Shall Return,’ But Human Composting? California Bishops Raise Objections
The state’s Catholic conference had expressed opposition to the bill in a June letter.
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Funeral Teaches Mother and Son the Inestimable Value of Community
We have been profoundly changed by this funeral for such a good father, and our hope for heaven and trust in Christ’s promises has been strengthened
Errands of Mercy: Catholic Funeral Director Accompanies Families Through Mourning With Christian Hope
Victor Sweeney feels called to his work with the grieving and the dead.
A Eulogy for Everyman — and a Reminder That You Are Going to Die
If we’re not ready to talk about death at a funeral, when will we ever talk about it?
Catholic Funerals Continue, But COVID-19 Adds Another Layer of Grief
Traditional funeral celebrations have been stymied by restrictions imposed to stem the disease’s spread.
Italian Churches Prepare to Resume Funerals After Eight-Week Ban
Priests are asked to notify local authorities when a funeral is scheduled to take place and ensure that social distancing measures defined by the diocese are followed throughout the liturgy.
Bergamo Bishop: In Coronavirus, Churches as Mortuaries an ‘Act of Tenderness’
The confirmed number of COVID-19 deaths across Italy as of April 2 was 13,915, according to Italian health officials.
How to Talk to Your Children About Death
Faux Lego Crematorium Raises Issue of How to Prepare Children for a Funeral
