Planning for a funeral is not something most of us look forward to with joy and anticipation. However, we Christians know that death awaits us, not as a tragic ending, but as a passage into a new and indescribably marvelous life with God.

"What eye has not seen, and ear has not heard, and what has not entered the human heart, what God has prepared for those who love him" (1 Cor 2:9-10). 

If you wish to have a Funeral Mass celebrated at St. Anthony for a loved one, please contact our Parish Office at 574-282-2308 or email our Director of Music & Liturgy Lindsey Barrett at lbarrett@stasb.org. 

Who you'll work with

Throughout the planning process, you will work with Lindsey Barrett, our Director of Music & Liturgy, who will help you plan and answer questions. You will also meet with Fr. Arthur Joseph Ssembajja, our pastor, if he is presiding at the Funeral Liturgy.

Start your planning here

This page is designed to help you and your family plan a Funeral Mass with ease. Start with the instructions and planning worksheet below, and then use the Readings and Music links to help you select those elements for the Mass. Our pastor and Director of Music & Liturgy will go over these plans with you, and can answer any questions regarding this liturgy.
 

If you have any questions or feel overwhelmed with plans, please don't hesitate to let us know. We are here to walk with you through this difficult time.