Order of Service & Mass Program
Official 2-Day Liturgical Program: Christian Wake Keep, Holy Catholic Order of Mass with Scripture Readings, Ceremonial Mausoleum Blessing, and Traditional Reception Banquet.
Christian Wake Keep & Vigil Night
Solemn evening of Christian hymns, prayers, scripture readings, and tributes.
Funeral Mass & Traditional Reception
Solemn Funeral Mass, ceremonial blessing at the family mausoleum, followed by the grand traditional funeral ceremony & reception banquet.
Order of Mass & Funeral Program
Follow the complete chronological liturgy, sacred Mass scripture readings, Eucharistic hymns, ceremonial mausoleum rites, and traditional reception timeline.
Solemn Entrance Procession & Introit Hymn
Led by: Clergy, Church Wardens & Family
"Entrance Introit Hymn: "Jerusalem the Golden" / "Ka Anyi Je Na Uno Jehova""
Introductory Rites & Opening Collect Prayer
Led by: Chief Celebrant
"Gathering our hearts in sacred prayer and thanksgiving for a noble life of faith."
First Reading – Wisdom 3:1-9
Led by: Emilia Chioma Nwobodo (Daughter)
The souls of the righteous are in the hand of God, and no torment will ever touch them. In the eyes of the foolish they seemed to have died, and their departure was thought to be an affliction, and their going from us to be their destruction; but they are at peace. For though in the sight of men they were punished, their hope is full of immortality. Having been disciplined a little, they will receive great good, because God tested them and found them worthy of himself. Like gold in the furnace he tried them, and like a sacrificial burnt offering he accepted them. Those who trust in him will understand truth, and the faithful will abide with him in love, because grace and mercy are upon his elect, and he watches over his holy ones.
Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 23
Led by: Parish Choir & Congregation
"Response: "The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.""
Second Reading – 2 Timothy 4:6-8
Led by: Engr. Emmanuel Munachim Aniamulu (Son)
""I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith...""
Gospel Acclamation & Holy Gospel – John 14:1-6
Led by: The Chief Celebrant
""Do not let your hearts be troubled. In my Father’s house are many dwelling places...""
Funeral Homily & Sermon
Led by: The Chief Celebrant
""Ambassador of Christ: The Eternal Reward of a Faithful & Righteous Servant.""
Prayers of the Faithful (General Intercessions)
Led by: Augusta Uchechukwu Ogbonna & Mary Ezinne Uzoma (Daughters)
"Solemn intercessions for Late Mr. Felix Oraegbunam Okoro Aniamulu, the Church, and the family."
Liturgy of the Eucharist & Offertory Procession
Led by: The Aniamulu Family & Parish Choir
"Offertory Hymns: "Take My Life and Let It Be" / "Chukwu Biko Nara Onyinye Anyi""
Holy Communion & Eucharistic Hymns
Led by: Clergy & Faithful Communicants
"Communion Hymns: "Nearer, My God, to Thee" / "O Sacrament Most Holy""
Final Commendation, Blessing & Song of Farewell
Led by: Priests & Congregated Faithful
""May the angels lead you into paradise; may the martyrs receive you at your coming.""
Family Funeral Oration & Vote of Thanks
Led by: Engr. Felix Chigekwu Aniamulu (Son - On Behalf of the Family)
"Heartfelt appreciation to all clergy, traditional leaders, and guests."
Recessional Hymn & Procession to Mausoleum
Led by: Clergy, Family & Choir
"Recessional Hymn: "Abide With Me" leading to the family mausoleum for ceremonial blessing."
Ceremonial Mausoleum Blessing & Floral Tributes
Led by: Presiding Clergy, Children & Family
"Solemn blessing of the resting place, prayer of perpetual light, and laying of family floral wreaths."
Traditional Funeral Ceremony, Reception Banquet & Cultural Rites
Led by: All Guests, In-Laws, Delegations & Cultural Dance Troupes
"Reception of dignitaries, traditional in-law dance presentations, condolence greetings, buffet luncheon, and live band fellowship."
Mass hymns and scripture responses are coordinated under the pastoral guidance of the Catholic Church. Congregants are encouraged to follow the liturgical responses on this digital booklet.