FUNERAL GUIDELINES & PRAYERS

Updated June 5, 2020

 If you have lost a loved one please accept our condolences and prayers during this most difficult time. Please call the Parish Office 847-234-0205 and we will assist you and your family with planning the funeral liturgy. 

 Under Phase 2 of reopening, below are the guidelines in place during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please know these measures are designed out of love and care for all those in attendance, parish and funeral home staff, and those that are most vulnerable at this time.

 Know we are praying for the repose of the soul of your dearly departed. 

We pray together with you:

            Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,

                        and let perpetual light shine upon them.

            May the souls of all the faithful departed, 

                        through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

            May the love of God and the peace of the Lord Jesus Christ bless and console                                 us and gently wipe every tear from our eyes:

            in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.  Amen.

The Archdiocese of Chicago Guidelines and Policies on Funerals, Wakes and Viewings, and Committals

 Funerals

•        Funerals can proceed with family members but should not exceed more than 50 people with the attendees pre-registered
  •     The funeral Mass must take place in the church
•        It is strongly recommended that no one from a vulnerable population attend
•        Face covering or mask must be worn at all times, except for receiving Communion
•        Social distancing (six feet) should be observed with attendees requested to sit apart    
•        If Holy Communion is distributed it is to be done so in the hand; please suspend the sharing of the common cup for the blood of Christ

 Wakes/Visitaions and Viewings

•        Viewings will only be conducted in cases when the body has been embalmed    
•        Social distancing (six feet) should be observed as much as possible
•        Care should be taken to provide comfort to the bereaved without physical contact
•        Hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes should be provided

Committal

•        The committal of the body should be done at the gravesite; again, not to exceed 50 people.

No pre- or post-service social gathering is allowed in parish buildings or on parish property at this time.  Your understanding is appreciated