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"For I am convinced that
neither death or life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor
things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all
creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus
our Lord."
Romans 8:38-39
Dear Friend,
As you receive this,
we are meeting for the first time, following the death of a loved one. It is
a time of sadness as you and your family experience a deep sense of loss. We
want to help you through this time, offering comfort and strength as we
remember the life of the one who has died. In our time together we want to
share with you the hope that comes from faith that God is with you during
this most special time.
You may have lots of
questions about what to do next and how to plan for a memorial service. It
is our hope that this brochure will answer those questions. In our
experience, the most frequently asked questions are...
... How am I included in planning the
memorial service?
The pastor encourages
families to take part in planning the service. Scripture readings, hymns,
poems, songs, and sharing help us celebrate the life of your loved one. You
are invited to help the pastor design a service that is fitting for your
family.
... What should be included in the
service?
While every service is unique, most
memorial services follow a common format.
Prelude
Words of Greeting and Grace
Hymn
Prayer
Scripture Readings
Words of Memory and Faith
Prayer
Lord’s Prayer
Hymn
Benediction
Postlude
... How long will it last?
Most services last
between 30 and 45 minutes depending on special music and individual sharing.
You are invited to share your desires about the length of the service with
the pastor.
... What about the music for the
service?
The pastor will work
with you to arrange for music. Our organist is available to play and can
help with music selection. If you would like to invite a soloist to
participate in the service, our organist will work with the person of your
choice. The church can also provide a soloist for the service.
... Do you provide a program folder?
The church will
provide a printed order of worship printed on standard paper stock. If you
prefer something special, we will print on the paper you provide.
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