Arise: Homily Series on Death and Dying Resources

As we begin the Month of Remembrance and our new homily series Arise, we are invited to explore the Church’s teachings on death and dying, the comfort of our rituals, and the hope of eternal life found in Christ. Please note that additional resources will be added below as the series continues throughout the month of November.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FROM THE ARISE HOMILY SERIES:

1- During this month of remembrance, Fr. John and Fr. Dan are making themselves available on Monday evenings from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for discussions regarding planning a funeral for yourself or a loved one. Conversations will include a review of our funeral planning guide and an opportunity to ask questions about funerals, burials, and other topics of need. Schedule a 30-minute meeting with either priest by emailing them at FR. JOHN or FR. DAN.

2- Saint Patrick Parish has assisted nearly 2,000 families over the last 150+ years in finding a place for a proper Christian burial at our cemetery, located at 1201 O'Keefe Road. If you are interested in discussing options for a place of burial at our cemetery, please contact our cemetery administrator Ellen O'Brien at 715-381-5120 (ext. 301) or via EMAIL.

3- On November 2nd, 2024, the Catholic Bishops of the state of Wisconsin released the fourth edition of their pastoral letter titled "Now and at the Hour of our Death." The 25-page document helps foster conversations and answer questions related to end of life decision-making utilizing the Church’s teaching. The document along with several other resources can be found online at this LINK. Our parish also has printed copies available upon request, please email our associate pastor FR. DAN TRACY to receive a copy.

4- To learn more about Mass Intentions, please click on this LINK to read an article from Aletia.

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