I apologize for not being able to read every repy to this thread but it is late and I need to work tomorow. Can we please agree that the current Pope has indicated his belief that the the Church can be a smaller, more vibrant body of Christ? I have already told my wife that I expect my funeral Mass to be in Latin according to the 1962 Missal. If that is not possible, then, what do I care as long as I have had last Rites according to the proper Catholic Tradition?
Absolutely and thank you for that excellent reminder! The recent election is a clear indicator of why this is necessary.
I have already told my wife that I expect my funeral Mass to be in Latin according to the 1962 Missal. If that is not possible, then, what do I care as long as I have had last Rites according to the proper Catholic Tradition?
Right again! If neither is available, might I suggest the Maronite Funeral Rite. Very reverent and extremely moving. After sprinkling the coffin with holy water and incensing it at the door, the priest processes before it towards the altar while the congregation sings "Open wide your gates, O Jerusalem".