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The Archdiocese of Seville provides pastoral care to families during mourning through its funeral ministry
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Francisco Javier Ojeda, who leads the funeral ministry for the Archdiocese of Seville, stated that the Church seeks to accompany families during the crisis of losing a loved one. He noted that death often causes people to question the meaning of life and the fairness of existence.
Ojeda explained that the ministry focuses on presence rather than just words. He said the Church aims to support grieving families through actions that demonstrate hope, such as being present and offering physical comfort. This pastoral care is intended to assist families during a period of significant emotional fragility.
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