V. Selection of Sacred Music:
The Church directs that music must accompany the celebration of all funeral liturgies. According to the music norms of the Catholic Church, only sacred music is permitted to be sung and these selections are approved by our Director of Music Ministry and the Pastor. Because of the sacred rites of the Funeral Mass, no secular/recorded music may be played/sung during a Funeral Mass. Every effort must be made to accompany the Funeral rites with appropriate hymns, responses and acclamations. A trained organist and cantor will be assigned to each funeral by the OLA Parish Staff. Guest vocalists are welcome to sing one hymn (such as the Ave Maria). The Cantor leads the faithful in song throughout the Funeral Mass.
Below are the suggested hymns for a Funeral Mass, for your consideration. Click on each title to see the list of hymns to listen to.
A. Opening Hymn
C. Offertory Hymn (Preparation of the Gifts)
