What to expect at a Catholic funeral
When it comes to world religions, Christianity ranks as the number one in terms of number of devotees. There are over a billion followers of Christianity around the world, and in Singapore, a mixed bag when it comes to religious groups, they are a sizable part of the population. And of that, Christianity is split into many different denominations, like Protestants and Catholics. What you may think of as a “Christian funeral service” may differ from denomination to denomination. Let’s take a look at Roman Catholics!
The Roman Catholic denomination
This particular branch of Christianity is the largest one, boasting many followers in countries around the world. Like all Christian groups, they hold beliefs central to Christianity: namely, a recognition of Jesus and his teachings, as well as a belief in life after death. They are one of the first and oldest denominations of Christianity-- and are a little more traditional about beliefs. A Roman Catholic funeral service is something solemn and should be arranged carefully.
What to expect at Catholic funerals
If you’re thinking of a Christian funeral package for a loved one who is Catholic, you’ll find that it has some familiar elements, mainly: prayers, hymns, wakes, and masses. There are also multiple ceremonies that are held. Here are some of the things to expect:
- The wake. Present in nearly every Christian funeral service, the wake is a time for people to say their goodbyes and prayers to their dearly departed. It’s often held at a funeral home.
- Funeral mass. The funeral mass is a special funeral held in memory of the loved one. A priest presides and blesses the casket.
- Eulogies and homilies. These are prayers said for the departed.
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