Program from the Funeral Mass

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F u n e r a l   M a s s for Nicholas Michael Hopkins May, 4, 2001 Celebrant: Rev. Theodore Olson Altar Servers: Sean and Michael Hopkins, Matt Garrison, Greg Sargent Part I - Introductory Rites Greeting  Sprinkling with Holy Water Placing of the Pall  Chris (godfather), Patti, Kyle and Kathleen Bradley  Mary Beth (godmother) and Stephen Rogers Entrance Procession -  Song: Gather Your People  Pall Bearers: Scott Mitchell, Andrew Garrison, Dustin Roberts, Amber Hershey, Jason Young, Jim Beck, Ryan Barger Placing of Christian Symbols  A bronze Crucifix from Nick’s Great Grandfather’s funeral - Don and Bettie Bradley, Claude, Ann, Katie and Shelby Bradley Opening Prayers Part II - Liturgy of the Word Readings  Old Testament   Isaiah 25:6a, 7-9   Read by: Mark Hopkins  Responsorial Psalm - Shepherd Me O God  New Testament    2 Corinthians 5:1, 6-10    Read by: Craig, Jeanell and Connor Bradley  Alleluia Verse - Song: Celtic Alleluia   The Gospel   Matthew 5: 1-12a

Homily General Intercessions Part III - Liturgy of the Eucharist Presentation of the Gifts - Song: Come Lord Jesus  Blessed Sacrament: Mary Hopkins, Chris and Denise Hopkins  Symbolic Gift:  Scott Mitchell,    A photo collage created by Nick’s friends celebrating his joy for life. Prayer Over the Gifts Preface Eucharistic Prayer Communion - Song: Here I Am Prayer After Communion   Part IV - Final Commendation Remarks of Remembrance  Kirsten and Natalie Hopkins  David Hopkins  Karen Hopkins Invitation to Prayer Silence Signs and Song of Farewell Prayer of Commendation Part V - Recessional  Song: On Eagles Wings Celebration of Nick’s Life Immediately following this Mass there will be a celebration of Nick’s life in the Church Hall.  A spirit lifting video of our Nick, shared stories and good food are guaranteed to make you feel better.  Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend this celebration of Nick.  Nick Lived!

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