Funeral Mass
We, the community of Our Lady of Peace, are very sorry for your loss and open our hearts and prayers to you.
We pray that the soul of your loved one may be at peace in the arms of God, and we also pray for you at this very difficult and painful moment. Please know that we are here to walk with you at this time.
Preparing a Funeral Mass for a loved one is one of the hardest things for one to do, but know this, your don’t have to do it on your own, we are here for you. We want to assist you in preparing for the funeral Mass of your loved one and make this process as easy as possible for you and your family.
Below you’ll find a link that will lead you into the different steps, different readings, different songs and other things.
Feel free to look at it, and if you feel comfortable and want to even start making decisions, please do, but only if you would like. We normally meet with our families, in person or over the phone and can answer any questions and even give suggestions.
Our goal, to help you put together a mass that not only honors and celebrates the life of your loved one, but helps you at this moment of grief and pain.
most asked questions for funeral masses
Scheduling
To make it easier for teh family the funeral homes will automatically get in contact with us for you. But for those ceremonies that funeral homes are not involved, mass with cremains or a memorial mass, please contact our rectory directly at 908-464-7600.
Readings
There are two readings at every funeral, one reading from the Old Testament, one from the New Testament, and then there is the Prayer of the Faithful. These can be done by the family or friends or the parish can take care of it.
Participants
You can further personalize the Mass by hand-picking participants for special roles in the service: Readers (up to 3), Gift Bearers (2), Pallbearers (up to 8).
Music
The List of songs available for you to see in the form link bellow, if there is a specific song that you may want and it is not there please let us know and we will take a look.
Donations
Personalizing your Funeral Mass
Music
Here is a list of songs to help you choose the music that which best reflects and honors the memory of your loved one.
If you are not familiar with some of the songs, have questions, or if you would like something you do not see here, please contact Sara McCabe at music@olpnp.com or call the rectory at 908-464-7600.
We’ve noted when some of these songs might be most appropriate, but of course, this is personal preference
If you would like to hear a sample of the music selection, click on the triangle icon.
Songs for Entrance (Processional)
Psalms
Offertory Hymns
Communion Hymns
Readings
Forthcoming