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.
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.
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.