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Funerals at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Community<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

To those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, greetings in the Lord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please know that the people of Saint Anthony of Padua Parish are here to walk with you through this process and pray with you for your loved one and for those who mourn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arrangements for funerals performed at St. Anthony of Padua should be made by contacting the Parish Office.

References are available to help families select prayers and readings for a meaningful liturgy. Please, no recorded or secular music. <\/strong>Liturgical prayer is always a live event and is best when people join their voices together in song and prayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Funeral Planning Resources<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Kelly Carey, Parish Secretary<\/strong>
(616) 453-8229, ext. 100 | parishoffice@saparish.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will be happy to help you during this difficult time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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