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Advent is upon us. As we enter this season of reflection, hope, and joy, many among us are also experiencing grief.

Bill Barry, an 86-year-old Phoenix native, unlocked the door and stepped into his apartment. Light flooded in through the large windows that lined the entire flat. The walls were ready for pictures, the closet eager for clothing, and the kitchen was hungry for food.  

In remembrance of those individuals served by Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Homes in September 2022

When we opened the doors of Queen of Heaven Catholic Funeral Home in 2007, I knew we would make an impact on the community through our ministry. I just didn’t realize how significant it would be.

In remembrance of those individuals served by Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Homes in August 2022

For Catholics, the pain of losing someone is tempered by the hope Jesus’s resurrection brings.

Tim shares how SVdP's air-conditioned space and water keeps him alive while living on the street First thing in the morning after spending the night...

I never imagined the stress and difficulty a family could face when called upon to collectively arrange a proper Catholic funeral and burial. When I lost my father unexpectedly five years ago, I realized how complicated the process can be. My personal experience motivates me to educate the faithful to understand the tremendous gift you give yourself and your loved ones when you preplan your Catholic funeral and burial.

A nourishing meal and the Suárez sisters’ smiling faces are a given in the SVdP Dream Center, which provides educational activities for families during...

Losing a loved one can leave us overwhelmed with grief and unsure of what to do next. In the aftermath of a loss, we are confronted with many important decisions to make when planning final arrangements. If we haven’t had end-of-life conversations with our family members, we may not know what their wishes are, adding stress to an already painful situation.