This should be a thought provoking discussion!
1 posted on
06/20/2003 8:02:37 PM PDT by
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06/20/2003 8:03:33 PM PDT by
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A much-needed corrective for a sentimental yet cruel era.
Bring back black vestments and the Dies Irae, and save the eulogies for the wake.
3 posted on
06/20/2003 8:12:27 PM PDT by
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The remembrance is a legitimate part of the funeral rites and it can provide an appropriate outlet for the expression of the mourning experienced by those who survive the deceased.Consigning this legitimate part of the funeral rites to the funeral home the night before may be the preference of some; others prefer to reach the broader circle of friends at the funeral liturgy.
Interesting that no other American bishop has followed Myers' stricture.
4 posted on
06/20/2003 8:14:06 PM PDT by
sinkspur
To: Salvation
Not to be a jerk, but there's really no thought involved at all: the article is correct and points out the FACT that the funeral Rite is (inter alia) a mnemonic of the mystery of salvation.
The vestments should be BLACK, and the Dies Irae should be REQUIRED. That will help to drive home the points.
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06/21/2003 5:45:31 AM PDT by
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