/Annots [] Loss is hard. /StructParents 3 A typical funeral with viewing and burial costs $8,755, according to the National Funeral Directors Association. Funeral and Memorial Service Checklist Planning a funeral can be a very stressful and difficult task. 0000004581 00000 n Letting your members use church facilities for special family events is one of the ways your /Annots [] <> /Resources 45 0 R /Rotate 0 This Funeral Planning Worksheet will lead you through a variety of decisions. At the burial plot, stand at the head of the casket if possible. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] to websites, is prohibited unless written permission You /X6 82 0 R But if you are planning the reception, you can choose to have it anywhere; there are no set rules as to the location. Funeral Planning Checklist . /Contents 66 0 R The fees for the advice of an attorney should not be compared to the fees of do-it-yourself online Locate Any Prearrangements. It is customary for the church to provide a meal. located at the bottom of this page. It allows people to grieve and honor that person. /Annots [68 0 R] endobj << 0000003345 00000 n >> We believe reflecting on our mortality can help us lead more meaningful lives. If you want to plan ahead for your funeral wishes or plan a funeral for a loved one, the checklist below will help you in making important decisions. 8 0 obj Talk slowly and be sensitive of their loss. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> /CreationDate (D:20230223200201+00'00') You may wish to print programs for the service. ",#(7),01444'9=82. xtX{fgmKm9IVN(A")FIsFb#&DDjhnt ,+TP H[HDA -@m[l[l[l[l[l[lZtS"zX7?k7W|Dh5dE%[>x*z8+ Accommodating the public when they ask to use your church is not only a service but an outreach to the community. Weep with them. 0000031717 00000 n Capture stories. /Rotate 0 >> Be sure to shake hands and give encouraging words with immediate family members. << Because theres no one-size-fits-all approach to planning a funeral or memorial service, there are different costs and expenses to consider. It's an honor and privilege if you are asked to give the eulogy at a family member's or friend's funeral or memorial service. 6 0 obj 5 0 obj 7 0 obj A SERVICE OF DEATH AND RESURRECTION. After death, a Pastor of Coopersville United Methodist Church will meet with family When planning your funeral, or a funeral for a loved one, there are many choices to make. No matter how old a person has lived or how long a family has prepared for the departure of their loved ones, it is still "too /Contents 38 0 R A short message at the cemetery is customary. Decide on scripture readings that either meant something to the person who died or that you think will bring. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000001677 00000 n The form is available for download on our Share your form with others << Immediate family consists of parent, spouse or child. What You Need to Know about Anatomical Donation, What You Need to Know About Veterans Burial Benefits. Mention this to the family. >> /Contents 42 0 R /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] If you are not familiar with the person you are conducting the service for, get to know them. <> /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] A good funeral requires the sensitivity and comfort only a minister can provide. <> endobj 03. members and their relatives or friends form a special bond with your church. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Decide on an order of events. They only allow their own members and families to use them. stream It is a service of Christian worship suitable for funerals and memorial services. /Annots [] this stance. /Type /Page granted by Pastoral Care Inc. Changing Services from Traditional to Contemporary, Effective Communication To Deal With Change, Funeral, Wedding, Equipment Use Checklist, How to Download the Pastoral Care Phone App, Use of Building Agreement with Outside Entities, 31 Days of Prayer for the Pastor, Church, & Others, What To Do When Someone Leaves Your Church, Pornography and Narcissistic Personalities, Ecclesiastical Guidelines for Ministers Affected by Pornography, Crisis: Role of a Caregiver during a Crisis, Suggested Goals for a Successful Marriage. 6 0 obj NOTE: Due to recent rulings on alternative lifestyles and marriages, many churches have chosen to not lease or allow outside parties to use their facilities or equipment. 4 0 obj The church loves everyone and has a desire for everyone to surrender their <>/Metadata 441 0 R/ViewerPreferences 442 0 R>> Groups with different ideas, lifestyles, and beliefs may cause an undue strain on the church and places it in an uncomfortable position. 0000005193 00000 n 8 49 Collect important documents and notify your next of kin about where they are held. 0000009961 00000 n deaths involving crimes, a death of a child, the loss of the main provider in the home, wartime casualties, etc. /Parent 2 0 R Most will provide the cash to pay for your funeral but don't include any funeral planning options. 23 0 obj 6 0 obj This one-word brainstorm just may . Undertaker will be informed of his responsibility as part of the funeral service. appropriate, use it. >> Before leaving their home, hospital, or funeral home, make sure you have a time of prayer with them. %PDF-1.4 /Tabs /S Full Printable Version Listed Below. endobj 0000035166 00000 n Items to be considered as part of the Funeral Service are as follows: Reading of the obituary Eulogy Comments by family members Sharing of the gospel Open mic sharing by congregation of an actual attorney. No matter how old a person has lived or how long a family has prepared for the departure of their loved ones, it is still "too /Resources 35 0 R /Rotate 0 Select accessories Choose clothing, jewelry, and glasses for the deceased. <> ?. endobj 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. endobj /Contents 36 0 R Give them your card and ask them to call if they need you. Funeral Services. While this process will never be easy, it doesnt have to feel impossible. that will lift the spirits of those in the congregation. This link will open in a new window. FUNERAL CHECK LIST: Service planner c/o Worship Director and Officiating Pastor/Elder (to be written up after consultation with family of the deceased). 18 0 obj endobj Getting all the necessary information upfront and making sure to ask the right questions helps /Contents 80 0 R /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Keep in mind when writing a eulogy that it doesn't have to be perfect; it is meant to be a touching tribute to a loved one. It is helpful to give each person a few minutes to ponder the question and then allow the group to bounce ideas off each other. . /StructParents 4 New pastors often feel uncomfortable and unsure whether their words will bring comfort. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Next, we walk you through how to plan a funeral and the questions to ask. Grief experts all agree: a ceremony is an important part of the healing process. endobj individual use only. suffered through long illnesses. /Type /Page This website uses cookies to improve your experience. endobj Funeral checklist. /Resources 63 0 R >> If the service is to be held in a church and led by anyone other than the pastor of . /Tabs /S From making arrangements for the final resting place to organizing a service, its sometimes a surprise just how many decisions there are to make after a loss. /StructParents 1 x]O0+?)oB2:1QEkC4,MA;IMBIp/$/Y|?dpxgx20 Get emailed a funeral planning checklist now. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Parent 2 0 R Be concise and organized -- Check with the funeral organizer about how long the eulogy should be. New pastors often feel uncomfortable and unsure whether their words will bring comfort. endstream When will the rehearsal be? /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] The daunting prospect of planning a funeral for a loved one at one of the most difficult times in your life breaks down into a simple checklist taking you through everything from selecting someone to officiate the memorial to choosing readings and considering transportation for the mourners. 3. /Annots [73 0 R 74 0 R 75 0 R] Provide materials/books on grieving if needed. 0000004257 00000 n We will talk about your familys traditions, your loved ones wishes and any religious requirements you might have. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Type /Page /Type /Page Move the deceased from one social status to another. 21 0 obj Checklist for Church Events, Equipment Rentals, Weddings, and Funerals Events Checklist Letting your members use church facilities for special family events is one of the ways your members and their relatives or friends form a special bond with your church. ] X]by M f0. a8H>+ Cgep/rxMZa`ly':%ggB$o ED^46wg In the process, take note of stories and defining marks in their lives. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 2. /Pages 2 0 R 0000031260 00000 n As Christians we believe that God in Christ has conquered death. All religions have traditions and rituals that serve to honor the dead and assist bereaved families in handling their grief. /DisplayDocTitle true Use our funeral planning checklist to make sure you've covered all the key elements required. /Tabs /S The church loves everyone and has a desire for everyone to surrender their After the service has concluded, the funeral home directors will either open the casket or take it out to the foyer or cemetery. /Contents 58 0 R /Annots [] Post-funeral pastoral care: Put on the elder agenda a follow up with the family of the deceased 3-6 months after the funeral.The following checklist items also apply if funeral visitation/service is held at New Hope Church: Schedule use of facility for visitation/service Designate (deacon) in charge of service for unlocking/locking building, receiving floral deliveries etc. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] >> endstream endobj 9 0 obj <>>> endobj 10 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 11 0 obj <> endobj 12 0 obj <> endobj 13 0 obj <> endobj 14 0 obj <> endobj 15 0 obj <> endobj 16 0 obj [/Separation/PANTONE#20302#20C/DeviceCMYK<>] endobj 17 0 obj <> endobj 18 0 obj <> endobj 19 0 obj [39 0 R] endobj 20 0 obj <>stream The Pastor normally encourages you to consider the church. The church is never trying to discriminate anyone. /Tabs /S /Tabs /S /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /StructParents 1 7 0 obj When planning your funeral, or a funeral for a loved one, there are many choices to make. 1 In One Word. /StructParents 3 endobj form. This form was developed by Pastoral Care Inc. >> 0000002542 00000 n /Type /Page endobj Feel free to add readings and play music that reflects the spirit of the person who died to add depth and emotional impact. <> Avoid including unnecessary details in your funeral planning list. 22 0 obj The funeral director will guide you through the much of the planning process. /Type /Page The Funeralwise.com Funeral Planning Questionnaire is designed to help you compile all the information you need when making arrangements for a funeral or when doing funeral pre planning. 8 0 obj <> endobj /StructParents 3 The form on the next page will help your church accomplish that. /Rotate 0 endobj /Type /Page /StructParents 2 ?. 8 0 obj /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Once your loved one has passed, check filing cabinets or the safety deposit box to locate prearrangement paperwork. 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Plan the type of funeral service you will be having. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Type /Page /Resources 47 0 R 0000005780 00000 n Coordinate transportation for the casket. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Visit with friends of the deceased and ask them for special stories or memories of << << 9 0 obj <> The pastor's designated assistant will help both you and him with details of planning the funeral. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Sites like. endobj % /Rotate 0 /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 28 0 obj endobj /Parent 2 0 R endobj /Tabs /S /Type /Page Lay out the order of the wedding ceremony. /Resources 31 0 R /Tabs /S <> /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj So really a . 0000002274 00000 n 0000035675 00000 n xAz{vfv9HPLJUPLMvU`SE q8r%:bu9jV?df{fgzwy=W}~TW" F?ztj~lp( qRo| @O/7z,> 4\JeFOz =1mojNO [zhxtO' O&i sz Z+iZX}" hP( WC endobj /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Planning Now Custom Options Find a Location Resources and FAQ Careers My Account Funeral Planning Checklist It starts with immediate actions to take following a death then covers the entire process through making funeral arrangements and what to do after the service. x When using the form for a funeral that will take place right away, just complete the /Resources 67 0 R /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC /ImageI] Honor your loved one with a free online memorial. Most of the time, you have complete control over what is said at your or your loved one's graveside burial service. T#t{eMT]F After death, a pastor of First will meet For either style of service you choose to hold . /Rotate 0 /Annots [] 0000009749 00000 n We're confident that, together, we can come up with the perfect memorial service event to suit . 02. /Parent 2 0 R 0000008730 00000 n the deceased, this will help you get a better idea of who the person was and give you materials for your message. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. If you want a funeral planner that can do the necessary work for you, ensure that you are focused on prioritizing what is essential for the funeral program. But on top of these basic expenses, you will need to plan for the burial plot cost and casket price (or the urn cost if you choose cremation), a headstone, and flowers for the funeral or memorial service. We will ask questions about your loved one in order to help you plan the most fitting tribute. /Contents 30 0 R 3 0 obj << hb```a````c`(`a@ PcCg8Lf&rq$ykIw@l(bIa33l L'X5" .eR2"0+p`bPX0x]V?0&0X3.l`tL. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] stream Twitter. Ask questions that help them recall the good memories. << Date and place of birth. /Parent 2 0 R Medicaid Qualification Rules and How to Spend Down With a Burial Plan, Anatomical donation (ending in cremation), 6 Ways You Can Save Money with Funeral Preplanning & Prefunding, The Beginners Guide to Death Certificates, Celebration of life service personalized to reflect the life lived, Graveside service or a service at the crematory, Memorial service (takes place after burial or cremation). Contact a funeral provider to help you create a plan that ensures your wishes will be followed. /Title (Planning a Loving Funeral) They are searching for comfort. Groups with different ideas, lifestyles, and beliefs may cause an undue strain on the church and places it in an uncomfortable position. <> 0 h =. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] %PDF-1.7 Now you can focus on leaving a legacy instead of a mess. /Annots [] Before the service, ask the family if there is anyone who wants to give a testimony or eulogy about the person who has died. Funeral arrangement conference checklist At the funeral arrangement conference, we will begin the process of planning a funeral and discuss options for burial. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Where do you begin, and how do you make sure you dont overlook anything important? /Resources 55 0 R lives to Christ. This form presents all the steps to be done at a funeral in order from general to specific. 0000004556 00000 n Our funeral planning checklist is split into three main sections - pre funeral, the funeral itself, and then the wake. /StructParents 0 Eulogist (s), who will write and deliver a eulogy about the deceased. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] << endobj Choose pallbearers. Choosing funeral music, scriptures, prayers, and readings Organising transportation- for family and the deceased Organising flower arrangements Writing an obituary and submitting it to newspapers (If desired) Choosing a speaker for the eulogy Deciding on pallbearers Organising a wake or ceremony after the service (Location and catering) This link will open in a new window. 11 0 obj Social Insurance. 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