Funeral Readings for Adults

Below you will find the approved readings for planning a funeral liturgy.

Please select one reading from each of the categories (First Reading, Psalm, Second Reading, Gospel).

Each scripture reference is followed by a summary theme of that reading.

Bring a copy of your four selections of the entire text to your meeting with the presider.

First Reading - Old Testament

Responsorial Psalm 

Second Reading - New Testament

Gospel