Remembering the loved ones we have lost during the pandemic

This past year with Covid-19 restrictions has been both unusual and difficult for all of us, but especially so for those who have lost a loved one during this time. Attendance at funerals has been strictly limited and in our parish communities we have not been able to support a bereaved person in the natural way we usually would, through visits or simply a friendly chat after Mass over a cup of coffee.

We have now set up a Remembrance Gallery page on our Cluster website. If you have lost a loved one during the pandemic and wish them to be included on this page, we invite you to complete a Remembrance notice with the following details:

• a photograph
•   name
•   year of birth and death (2020 or 2021)
•   a short tribute of up to 60 words.

Once these details have been entered on the Remembrance Gallery page, others will be able to click on their picture which will take them to that individual's own page. Here you will be able to read others' memories of their loved one - and you will be able to add your own memories.

The Cluster Bereavement Group offer help to anyone who has been bereaved. Until restrictions are lifted and home visits can resume, they are happy to phone anyone who needs support. If you would like one of the Group to get in touch, please email either:  Jacinta  or phone 0131 664 5581