Music

Music Funeral Planning Packet 2023 St. Benedict the Moor Church 86 Martin Luther King Avenue St. Augustine, Florida 32084 (904) 824-8688 Fax (904) 824-1092 Dear Parishioner, We hope that this information will be helpful to you in planning the Funeral Liturgy for your loved one. Please review this information carefully and return it to the parish office. It is our hope to assist you in planning a liturgy that is both personal and honoring to your deceased loved one. At the same time, we strive to celebrate a liturgy that is in accordance with the norms and guidelines of the Catholic Church. Please keep the following in mind as you proceed with planning the Funeral Liturgy: • The Funeral Liturgy is first and foremost a prayer for the deceased. • The Funeral Liturgy is a celebration of Christian hope in the resurrection. • The Funeral Liturgy is an act of worship of God. The following information will assist you in planning the Funeral Liturgy at St. Benedict the Moor Church. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time. Sincerely, Father Thomas S. Willis Pastor Guidelines for Music at Funerals Music at the Funeral Liturgy is an important element and should be given careful consideration. The music should be prayerful and consoling, and it should reflect the Liturgical Season. The music ministers (cantor, organist) must be chosen and approved by the Director of Music. Family members and friends are not permitted to sing or play instruments during the Funeral Liturgy. This is to ensure the quality of the Liturgy. The Music Director will be happy to assist you in choosing appropriate music for the Funeral Liturgy. Please contact him at least one week prior to the Funeral Liturgy. Music Suggestions Gathering Song Amazing Grace Be Not Afraid Hosea How Great Thou Art I Am the Bread of Life On Eagle’s Wings Shepherd Me, O God Gift of Self Communion Song Ave Maria Bread of Angels I Am the Bread of Life One Bread, One Body The Lord is My Shepherd You Are Mine Sending Forth Going Home On Eagle’s Wings Saints of God Song of Farewell *Additional music selections are available upon request.