Funerals
The St. Gertrude Parish clergy and staff extend our deepest condolences to you and your family during this time of loss and are here to assist you in planning a funeral Mass for your loved one.
Funeral Planning
For Christians, the funeral Mass offers an opportunity to mourn and pray for a departed loved one as a Church. Because the Church is eternal, we remain united with those who have gone before us. In its richness, tradition, and beauty, a Catholic funeral liturgy provides abundant graces and consolation. Our solace as Christians takes root in the hope that comes from faith in the saving death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.
We are currently updating our funeral planning process. Please contact the parish office at (513) 561-5954 or parishoffice@stgertrude.org if you have any questions about planning a funeral at St. Gertrude Parish.
Be assured of our prayers for your healing and strength.
Additional Support
As you navigate your loss, we also offer additional support through Seasons of Hope and Heaven’s Gain Ministries
Seasons of Hope
Heaven’s Gain Ministries
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pre-plan a funeral before a death occurs?
Yes, contact the parish office to set up a time to pre-plan a funeral.
What days and times are available for funerals at St. Gertrude Parish?
In general, funerals are at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Funeral Masses are not permitted on Sundays and other liturgical days such as Christmas, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday. Your funeral home will contact our parish office to confirm availability.
Does St. Gertrude Parish allow a visitation prior to the funeral Mass?
Yes, if the Parish Center is available on the day of the funeral Mass. Your funeral home will contact our parish office for date availability.
Does St. Gertrude Parish allow for a reception after a funeral Mass?
Yes, if space is available in our St. Dominic Lobby (Parish Center), we can host a post-funeral reception for small groups (maximum 50 to 60 people) coordinated by our Funeral Hospitality ministry.
Is music provided for a funeral or memorial Mass?
Yes, we provide an organist and professional cantor for all funeral Masses. We are also able to assist in securing a choir, chant ensemble, and/or instrumentalists to assist.
Can I have an outside priest celebrate the funeral Mass at St. Gertrude Parish?
Yes, you may have an outside priest celebrate or concelebrate the Mass. If the priest is not a Dominican friar or a priest in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, the priest is required to send a letter of suitability to the pastor. Contact our parish office with additional questions.
Funeral Hospitality Ministry
Do you feel called to help with funerals and funeral receptions? We invite you to join our Funeral Hospitality ministry. Please contact funeralhospitality@stgertrude.org or Nancy Lucas at (513) 940-2643 to learn more.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact the parish office at (513) 561-5954 or parishoffice@stgertrude.org.
