Corporal Acts-Burying the Dead

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Hi. How does one carry this out? are there sites to help/donate?

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your Diocese can give you a list of Catholic cemeteries, they always need donations and volunteers.

You can talk to a local funeral home and tell them you would like to be an anonymous donor when they have a case who needs help.

You can go to funerals, I’ve seen funeral masses with only one person attending. Tell the parish you wish to be notified when there is a funeral so you can attend.
 
Thank you. Do u know if any National catholic programs or projects in this area?

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You might contact the Arch Diocese of the Military to see if they have any national reach programs.

Catholic Charities is also at your diocese.

Working for the church as I have, my advice is to start local.
 
The USCCB published some suggestions for performing the Corporal and Spiritual works of mercy. Have included their suggestions for burying the dead (as well as for comforting the sorrowful and praying for the living and the dead):

BURYING THE DEAD

Funerals give us the opportunity to grieve and show others support during difficult times. Through our prayers and actions during these times we show our respect for life, which is always a gift from God, and comfort to those who mourn.
  • Send a card to someone who has recently lost a loved one. Make your own card and use some of these prayers;
  • Visit the cemetery and pray for those you have lost;
  • Spend time planning your own funeral mass, read through the Order of Christian Funerals and find our hope in the Resurrection.
COMFORTING THE SORROWFUL

Be open to listening and comforting those who are dealing with grief. Even if we aren’t sure of the right words to say, our presence can make a big difference.
  • Lend a listening ear to those going through a tough time;
  • Make a home cooked meal for a friend who is facing a difficult time;
  • Write a letter or send a card to someone who is suffering;
  • A few moments of your day may make a lifetime of difference to someone who is going through a difficult time.
PRAYING FOR THE LIVING AND THE DEAD

Prayer is one of the most powerful ways we can support others. Joining together in prayer for the living and the dead entrusts us all into God’s care.
  • Request a mass intention for a friend or family member who is going through a tough time;
  • Request a mass intention for a friend or family member who has passed away;
  • Keep your own book of prayer intentions, writing down the names of those who you are keeping in your prayers;
  • Ask a friend or family member if there is anything you can pray for them about;
  • Through prayer, entrust your cares and concerns for those around you to God.
http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-te...ilee-of-mercy/the-corporal-works-of-mercy.cfm

http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-te...lee-of-mercy/the-spiritual-works-of-mercy.cfm
 
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