The Bereavement Ministry at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church is a volunteer ministry which serves the needs of our registeredparishioners and their family who lost a loved one. We offer a bereavement reception which includes a light meal, prepared by volunteers, at no cost to the family. The reception is limited to 100 people or less within a timeframe of 1.5 to 2 hours. Catering from outside food vendors is acceptable at the cost of the family. The mission of our Bereavement Ministry is to provide a beautiful setting, meal, refreshments and services so as to allow for peace of mind and fellowship for the family and their guests. Donations to St. Martin de Porres for these services are not required but always welcomed. Please refer to the Bereavement Reception Overview/Guidelines for additional information.
Bereavement Reception General Overview/Guidelines
Bereavement Ministry is notified by church staff to prepare a funeral reception for the family of the deceased with a meal that follows a funeral or memorial at the church.
The funeral reception is served immediately following the funeral or memorial.
We arrange a meal where family and friends of the deceased can gather and share their love, friendship, fellowship, and food.
Estimated timeframe for the reception is 1 ½ to 2 hours.
The food is prepared by volunteers from the bereavement ministry.
Catering from outside food vendors accepted at cost to the family.
Centerpiece décor is provided for the tables.
A memorabilia table can be set up at the reception. All items are provided by the family.
Audio Video equipment is available for slideshows.
Services We Provide
Table seating and for up to 100 people (outdoor overflow, weather permitting)
Light meal, drinks & desserts
Leftover food provided to the family
Memorabilia table, if requested
Audio/visual availability, if requested
What Information We Need
Memorial Service or Mass? (To estimate prep time)
Date and time of the Mass or Memorial Service
Estimated number of people attending the reception