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Episcopal Funeral Service Rituals

As in other Christian faiths, funeral services are held in a church or funeral home. Guests may sit where they choose and are not expected to view the body. A priest leads the service and sometimes includes a Bible lesson as part of the program.

Christian Scientist Funeral Service Rituals

Quick Reference Guide Length of Service Depends Flowers? Yes Food? Yes

Christian Funeral Service Rituals

Overview of Christian Beliefs and Practices Christians have a strong belief in the afterlife and much of their lives are directed at achieving eternal peace in Heaven. They believe that Jesus was the son of God and came to earth to teach through his actions and lessons.

Roman Catholic Funeral Service Rituals

Quick Reference Length of Service 30 - 60 minutes Flowers? Yes Food? Yes

Baptist Funeral Service Rituals

Quick Reference Length of Service 30 - 60 minutes Flowers? Yes Food? Yes

Baha’i Funeral Customs and Rituals

Quick Reference Length of Service Depends Flowers? Yes Food? Yes

Assemblies of God Funeral Service Rituals

Quick Reference Length of Service 30 - 60 minutes Flowers? Yes Food? Yes Dress Code? (Men/Women) Dark Recording Devices? Possibly

Are You Part of the 50%?

FUNERALS BY THE NUMBERS The Cremation Association of North America (CANA) recently confirmed what many in the industry suspected, more than half of Americans now opt for cremation. The NFDA, which also tracks funeral industry statistics, estimates that by 2025 this number will be more than 60%. Rising funeral prices for in-ground burial are a […]

Loss of a Pet FAQ

Losing a pet can be a complicated and traumatic experience. Your grief may be complicated by the fact that those you come in contact do not understand the intensity of the pain you are feeling. You should never feel bad because you miss your pet! Our Coping with the Loss of a Pet page has […]

Prayers, Poems, and Quotes to Celebrate a Pet’s Life

When you experience the loss of a pet, spiritual writings can be helpful in offering comfort. Whether it is a reference from a revered holy book such as the bible, or an original prayer, writings can offer us comfort because they put what we are feeling into words and help remind us that our faith […]