St. Patrick Comfort in Christ Ministry Presents: The Seven Intentions of Mourning

We invite you to join us for “The Seven Intentions of Mourning,” a transformative seven-week guided video series designed to support individuals navigating grief. This workshop offers a prayerful, practical, and personal approach to mourning, helping participants honor their loved ones while fostering healing and connection.

Whether you have lost a spouse, child (including pregnancy loss), grandchild, parent, family member, or friend, this series provides a compassionate space for sharing experiences and emotions. Through engaging discussions and guided reflections, you will explore the seven intentions that can lead to healing and renewal.

Spring 2025 Session Details:

Dates: Tuesdays, April 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Rectory Meeting Room

Our grief support series is offered twice a year for anyone 18 years or older and the ministry offers a Mass of Remembrance in November. We look forward to walking this journey together and finding comfort in community.

Please register for planning purposes. No fee to attend. Note: We will not meet during Holy Week, Tuesday, April 15.

Sign up Online or contact our coordinator

Coordinator • Emily Cella • ercella1s@gmail.com

You and your family are warmly invited to join us for our annual

Mass of Remembrance on TBD, November TBD, 2025

Join us as we observe the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, a special liturgy open to all who have experienced the loss of a beloved family member, whether recently or in years past.

In the back of the church, you will find the Book of the Names of the Dead. We invite you to write the names of your loved ones, which will be brought to the altar during Mass. Additionally, you are welcome to bring a candle marked with your name to place on the table in front of the sanctuary, symbolizing Christ’s enduring presence and His victory over sin and death.

Please note that names will not be read aloud during Mass, and we will not have candles available for use or purchase. A light reception will follow in the social hall.

Throughout November, the Book of the Names of the Dead will be located in the church, allowing parishioners to add the names of loved ones who have passed on from this life. This book will remain open for all to read and remember those who have gone before us, inviting us to pray for the repose of their souls.

Join us in-person or online

Hosted by St. Patrick Grief Support Ministry

GRIEF SUPPORT MINISTRY

In times of death and life adjustment to loss, our parish goal is to make sure that every parish family member receives as much love, comfort, and assistance as we can provide. Our Comfort in Christ Ministry at St. Patrick Parish has many wonderful resources to offer adults who have suffered the loss of a loved one and actively participates in the following:

Grief Support Group
Shared Meals & Activities
Prayer Blankets
Mass of Remembrance

Our overall goal is to help those who are grieving and mourning realize they are not alone. Emphasis is placed on spiritual, physical, and emotional aspects of grieving and mourning. A secure and safe environment is provided as participants express their grief, listen to others’ experiences, learn about grief and mourning, and remember their loved ones. Due to the nature of our support group, participants are expected to maintain the confidentiality of our discussions. Let us be companions on your journey.