A Basic Liturgy For A Funeral

Source: The Complete Library of Christian Worship, Robert E. Webber, General Editor

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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