At the time of death, we are reminded that God has created each person for eternal life, and we celebrate the funeral rites to offer worship and thanksgiving to God for that gift of life. The Church through it's funeral rites commends the dead to God’s merciful love, and pleads for the forgiveness of the sins of the departed.

In the Eucharistic sacrifice, the Church celebrates Christ’s Passover from death to life and our participation in this great mystery. The faith of all the baptized is renewed and nourished in this celebration. The intimate connection between the baptism of the Christian into the death and resurrection of Christ and the Eucharistic celebration is one of the main reasons for offering the Mass for the deceased.

In celebrating the funeral rites, we affirm and express the union of the Church on earth with the Church in heaven in the one great communion of saints. Though separated from the living, the dead are still at one with the community of believers on earth and benefit from their prayers and intercession.

We at St. Peter's know that the death of a loved one can bring a mixture of emotions from sadness and fear, to loneliness and pain. The Priests, Brothers, and staff, are here to offer support and comfort during this difficult time. To begin Funeral planning, please contact the Parish Office at (815) 385-5496.