The Church has always ministered to those who are grieving and calls each member of Christ's Body to participate in the ministry of consolation…

To care for the dying…to pray for the dead…to comfort all who mourn

Today more and more parishes are responding to the needs of those who grieve the death of a loved one to help them know the comfort and care of God through their Church. Recognizing the need for a formal bereavement ministry at our own parish, a team of St. Patrick's parishioners was formed and trained in October of 1999 to add this vital ministry to our growing parish.

Today we offer the following types of consolation support:

Anyone interested in more information or in joining the Bereavement Ministry can contact the following person:

Spiritual Director -