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The Catholic cemetery seeks to help
people face the hard reality of death in a context of
faith in the promise of eternal life. Catholic cemeteries
are set apart from other cemeteries, for they are part of
the ministry of the Church.
They minister to:
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The Deceased
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The Bereaved
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The Poor
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Local Parish Communities
Our facilities and services include
a place to be buried, an environment designed to meet the
needs of the Catholic liturgy for burial, a facility which
encourages frequent visitation with attendant prayer for
the dead, an environment in which love is remembered, hope
is rekindled, and faith is awakened and strengthened.
Your Catholic Cemetery . . .
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Meets the needs of individuals and
parishes in the Archdiocese in preparation for, at the
time of, and following death.
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Ministers in liturgy, prayer,
comfort, instruction, and evangelization.
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Proclaims the reality of the human
person as sacred and deserving of dignity and respect
both in life and in death.
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Provides sacred space where
remembering can be fostered and centered, and is a place
for liturgical celebration.
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Serves as a symbol of the extended
community of the Church.
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