The Funeral Mass is an expression of faith of the Christian community and includes community participation in song. The assembly is invited to join in those parts of the Mass sung at Sunday liturgies - the psalms, Holy, Holy, etc. - and a number of other songs. The parish hymnal and other liturgical books can be consulted as a basic resource for worship.

Our music director and organist, Sue Viavattine, is available to plan music with the families in anticipation of a funeral. Her fee is $150.00. The cantor’s offering is $125.00. Outside organists, choirs and musicians are hosted under her supervision. Special music requests are encouraged by our cantors and organists. Music at funerals is the policy of St. Catherine of Siena and other arrangements can be arranged should these fees be a burden. All offerings are made out to St. Catherine of Siena and can be given to the Funeral Director.

 It is important that the music expresses our common faith in God and resurrection life. The Wake or Vigil service is the appropriate place for broader and more secular music selections.