Planning a funeral should not be seen as a burden, but rather a gift to the person who dies. Join Msgr. McCumber as he presents “Funeral Rites or Wrongs?” at 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 10, in Hall A of the Parish Center.

As expressed by Cardinal Benno Gut of the Congregation of Divine Worship, the Order of Christian Funerals has been the practice of the church not to simply commend the dead to God, but to raise high the hope of its children and to give witness to its own faith in the future resurrection of the baptized with Christ. Monsignor McCumber will discuss this pastoral expression in relation to the funeral rites of the Catholic church, including the vigil, liturgical celebration, and burial committal. Pre-planning of funerals, choosing readings, hymns (songs) and discussing how family and friends might be involved in the funeral liturgy also will be discussed.

This one-night presentation is free and open to all ages. For more information or to register, call the parish office at 636-240-3721.