I've never participated in the catholic church but now with my grandmothers passing I feel odd not participating in the lords prayer and the rosary. Truth be told, I dont know the prayers. Should I learn them so that I can participate in the prayers for her funeral?
2007-10-29 10:19:04 · 31 answers · asked by Monica 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Only you can answer that question. If you feel that your Grandma would want you to and you love and respect your Grandma, then why not. She may not want you to if you don't believe. That might undermine the ceremony.
2007-10-29 10:22:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 2⤋
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Any person may pray the rosary whenever they feel sincerely moved to do so. Saying a rosary for the peace of your grandmother's soul would be a kind and loving gesture.
The Rosary prayers are easy. If you know how to say, "In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit" and the "Our Father," you already know a bunch of it. Here's a link to learn the rest.
http://www.theholyrosary.org/
A Catholic bookstore or even your local Catholic parish probably has a little pamphlet with all the prayers printed on it, which you can use as a "cheat sheet" if you want to.
BTW, a Rosary is usually said the evening before the funeral. It wouldn't be out of line for you to ask your mom or dad when the Rosary will be, or call the church where the funeral is to be held to ask if you don't want to ask them.
I'll say a prayer for your grandmother tonight, too.
2007-10-29 10:50:15 · answer #2 · answered by sparki777 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I was baptized Catholic and did my first communion but never went back for my confirmation nor do I go to confession. But when a friend or family member passes, even though I do not know the prayers either, I do attend services and follow along as best I can. I would say yes, so you can honor your grandmother. The church will not deny you, nor will God. Sorry about your loss.
2007-10-29 10:26:02 · answer #3 · answered by texicangirl 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
contact the Church where the Rosary will be said and they will be happy to get you a copy of a booklet on how to say the Rosary. It is a beautiful prayer where we concentrate on the mysteries of Jesus life with the help of Mary our Mother.
2007-10-29 10:29:15 · answer #4 · answered by Midge 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Funeral rituals are for the living not the dead, So ask yourself "what do my mom and dad want?". As much as you are hurt by you grand mothers passing they most likely hurt more. I have been an atheist for a long time and my mother knew it when my grandmother died, but she asked me to participate,so I did and it made my mom very happy at a difficult time for her.I know It is a difficult choice, but to me making my family is the most important thing even if it does bruise my belief system a little.My condolences on the loss of your grandmother.
2007-10-29 10:38:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you dont have time to learn,just bow you head,and pray whatever you want to God.Also if you feel out of respect for your grandmother you need to do the rosery,while everyone is doing it just move your fingers onto each bead as they do.The prayers are in some order hail mary,our father.Just lip sync,your grandmother will get a real chuckle out of you mostlikely.Shalom
2007-10-29 10:24:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think that this would be a nice gesture to saying goodbye to your grandmother.
All you really need to know is the our fether and the hail mary. Those are the 2 most commom catholic prayers.
OUR FATHER
Our Father who art in heaven, hallow be thy name
thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven
give us this day, our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses. as we forgive those who trespass against us
and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil, AMEN
HAIL MARY
Hail Mary, full of grace, the lords is with thee
blessed are thou amoung women and blessed is the fruit of
thy womb Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, Pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Good Luck and I am sure your Grandmother is in heaven. RIP. Take Care
2007-10-29 10:28:06 · answer #7 · answered by megp 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Seriously, you are worrying too much about it. They aren't going to care if you don't know the prayers or rosary. It really is no big deal. Trust me, you won't be the only one.
2007-10-29 10:25:50 · answer #8 · answered by Brain 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
aaahhh, the catholic/hypocrite dilemma. i battle with this one all the time, too. i'm catholic by baptism all the way thru confirmation, but i never go to church. the wife thinks we should 'at least' go on holidays, but i feel like it's so hypocritical.
listen, if you want to do it, make sure you do it in honor of your grandmother. . . . not pretending or putting on a catholic face for anyone else. . then, it's cool.
2007-10-29 10:23:37 · answer #9 · answered by theo b 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I think it is wonderful and a tribute to your Granmother that you would wish to do this for her at her funeral. As a Catholic I would definetly do that. She would greatly appreciate it I am sure.
2007-10-29 10:27:19 · answer #10 · answered by denise g 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Do anything you feel necessary. Your grandmother will always be able to hear you as long as you remember her. Any ritual you choose might work, but my personal belief is that she would be very thankful for your desire to remember her in love.
God bless
2007-10-29 10:24:00 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋