Thank you for allowing me to serve you and your family. It will be my honor. I am aware how hard it is to grieve and also try to plan a memorial service. I hope this email helps you. The following ideas and suggestions are just that: suggestions. I have served many families over the … Continue reading Funeral/Memorial Suggestions
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The Lord’s Prayer
The Lord's Prayer Most people appreciate and gain strength from the Lord's Prayer. Even if people are not involved in a church, they still feel comforted by its words. There are good reasons why many recovery groups end their times together with the Lord's Prayer. If you forgot the words, here is the more traditional … Continue reading The Lord’s Prayer
5 Mistakes in Planning A Funeral or Memorial
Five common mistakes we make in planning a funeral / memorial There are a lot of details and moving parts to planning a funeral or memorial. Unless you work in the industry and plan these events often, you more than likely will make one of more of the following mistakes. Skip using the pastor or celebrant … Continue reading 5 Mistakes in Planning A Funeral or Memorial
How long should a funeral or memorial last?
How long is a typical celebration of life service? Typically a funeral or memorial last between 45 minutes and and hour. The length of the event is often determined by several things including number of special songs, special reading, number eulogies, and a time for “open mic” (which is a time for those present to … Continue reading How long should a funeral or memorial last?
Funeral / memorial slideshow tips
Hints and tips for your funeral memorial slideshow There are a few decisions to make regarding your funeral / memorial slideshow. Where to place it in the order of service There are basically two logical places to insert the slideshow into a funeral or memorial. You can place it at the end of the service … Continue reading Funeral / memorial slideshow tips
Who do you invite to speak at the funeral / memorial? (personal eulogy)
Who do you have speak and give personal tribute? Who you choose to speak at the upcoming funeral or memorial you are planning will determine the success of the event. I have seen the best and worst. From my two decades of experience, here are a few ideas to keep in mind. Choose folks who … Continue reading Who do you invite to speak at the funeral / memorial? (personal eulogy)
Funeral / Memorial Song Ideas
This is not a full list, but a list to get you started. In the arms of an angel ~ Sarah Maclaughlin To Where You Are – Josh Groban Somewhere over the rainbow ~ Israel Kamakawiwo Spirit in the sky ~ Gareth Gates Wind beneath my wings ~ Bette Midler Time to say Goodbye ~ … Continue reading Funeral / Memorial Song Ideas
Writing a funeral eulogy – what NOT to write
So you’ve been asked to say a few words at a funeral / memorial… Public speaking is one thing, but speaking publicly at the funeral of a friend or family member is something even harder. Because of the high amount of emotion, it’s imperative to prepare your words well. This is not a good … Continue reading Writing a funeral eulogy – what NOT to write
How to write eulogy (How to write a personal tribute for a funeral)
So you've been asked to say a few words at a funeral / memorial... Public speaking is one thing, but speaking publicly at the funeral of a friend or family member is something even harder. Because of the high amount of emotion, it's imperative to prepare your words well. This is not a good … Continue reading How to write eulogy (How to write a personal tribute for a funeral)
Bible passages to read at the funeral
Common Bible passages to read at the funeral / memorial 1 Cor 15:55-57 2 Cor. 1:3-5 2 Cor. 12:9 Ps. 10:17 Ps. 34:18 Ps. 46:1 Ecc. 3 Matt.5 2 Thes. 4 Rev. 21
Celebrate & Remember Funeral Pastor 