Q247 – Is it permissible for Catholics to attend the funeral faiths of non-Catholic Christians or individuals of different faiths, such as atheists or Muslims?

Interview Organization: Confraternity of Our Lady of Fatima

Interviewer Name: Christopher Wendt

Date: January 14, 2024

Bishop Athanasius Schneider says attending a non-Catholic funeral may be acceptable when honoring a close family member or friend. He explains that such attendance does not signify adherence to another religion, provided one does not participate in non-Catholic prayers and remains only passively present throughout the service.

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Well, it depends. If the venue is for a very close family member, I think yes, because you're simply fulfilling your duty of piety toward this family member or very close friend, and you are not professing a different religion by attending.

Of course, you do not have to participate in the prayers; it's impossible to participate in non-Catholic prayers. However, a passive presence is acceptable.

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