Mass Intentions
Four Special Intention Cards to Choose From
For those wishing to offer a Mass to pray for the eternal rest of a loved one, or to offer a Mass for the intention of a loved one, the Congregation of Holy Cross offers four special intention cards.
Repose of the Soul of a Deceased Family Member or Friend: Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Cover Image: Steeple of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, the mother church of the Congregation of Holy Cross in the United States located on the campus of the University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana.
Inside Cover: May these prayers strengthen your faith in God’s promise of risen life and comfort you in this time of sorrow and loss.
Inside: The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for the repose of the soul of ___________________ with the sympathy of _________________________.
Back Cover: In the Roman Catholic Church, the Mass is the highest form of worship and prayer. At each Eucharist, we remember people who are special to us. Since we are all children of God, brothers and sisters to each other, the person whose name appears on the inside of this card is special not only to you, but to us as well.
Repose of the Soul of a Deceased Family Member or Friend: Crucifix
..Cover Image: The Crucifix is located in the Congregation of Holy Cross Priests and Brothers cemetery in North Easton, Massachusetts.
Inside Cover: “Remember those who take part in this offering, those gathered here before you, your entire people and all who seek you with a sincere heart.” — Eucharistic Prayer IV, Roman Missal, 3rd Edition
Inside: I have asked that Congregation of Holy Cross, United States Province of Priests and Brothers, to offer a Mass and to pray for the eternal rest of ___________________
May these prayers strengthen your faith in God’s promise of risen life and comfort you in this time of sorrow and loss.
With the sympathy of _______________________________.
Back Cover: In the Roman Catholic Church, the Mass is the highest form of worship and prayer. At each Eucharist, we remember people who are special to us. Since we are all children of God, brothers and sisters to each other, the person whose name appears on the inside of this card is special not only to you, but to us as well.
For the Living/Special Intetions: Jesus Christ our Savior
.Cover Image: Statue of Jesus, Main Building at the University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana.
Inside Cover: “Remember those who take part in this offering, those gathered here before you, your entire people, and all who seek you with a sincere heart.” — Eucharistic Prayer IV, Roman Missal, 3rd Edition
Inside: The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for the intentions of ___________________.
With prayers and good wishes from _______________________________.
Back Cover: In the Roman Catholic Church, the Mass is the highest form of worship and prayer. At each Eucharist, we remember people who are special to us. Since we are all children of God, brothers and sisters to each other, the person whose name appears on the inside of this card is special not only to you, but to us as well.
For the Living/Special Intentions
Cover Image: Statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, located on the campus of the University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana.
Inside Cover: Almighty Father, you are lavish in bestowing all your gifts, and we give you thanks for the favors you have given to us. In your goodness you have favored us and kept us safe in the past. We ask that you continue to protect us and to shelter us in the shadow of your wings.
Inside: I have asked the Congregation of Holy Cross, United States Province of Priests and Brothers, to offer a Mass for the intentions of ___________________. With prayers and good wishes from _____________________________.
Back Cover: In the Roman Catholic Church, the Mass is the highest form of worship and prayer. At each Eucharist, we remember people who are special to us. Since we are all children of God, brothers and sisters to each other, the person whose name appears on the inside of this card is special not only to you, but to us as well.