The following is an outline for an informal funeral service that reflects the themes described in the articles above.
Song. Beginning with a song that expresses in a simple and meaningful way the feelings of those gathered together for the funeral immediately draws the community together more powerfully than when words alone are used. Some suggested songs are:
"Sometimes I Feel like a Motherless Child"
"O God Our Help in Ages Past"
"Amazing Grace"
"Lord of All Hopefulness"
"Wondrous Love"
Prayer....
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