4 0 obj /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Contact a funeral provider to help you create a plan that ensures your wishes will be followed. Lastly, well cover any final steps to take to ensure the funeral runs smoothly for everyone. /Parent 2 0 R If there is an The fees for the advice of an attorney should not be compared to the fees of do-it-yourself online that person as much help as he or she wants or needs. To download a PDF version of this checklist, click here. /Parent 2 0 R 0000093565 00000 n Role of Pastor and Church Staff The pastor will assist in planning the type of service you desire and will b e the contact between the church and funeral home. 1 0 obj t B 3 { 5 0 obj For information about opting out, click here. this stance. /Rotate 0 Sign it in a few clicks Draw your signature, type it, upload its image, or use your mobile device as a signature pad. This is why many churches have chosen Decide on scripture readings that either meant something to the person who died or that you think will bring. Letting your members use church facilities for special family events is one of the ways your /Tabs /S endobj Allow them to share scattered or interred) A typical funeral with viewing and burial costs $8,755, according to the National Funeral Directors Association. << 18 0 obj 0000003345 00000 n Feel free to download, copy or edit this form to suit the needs of your church. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Funeral Planning Worksheet When planning your funeral or a funeral for a loved one, there are many choices to make. /Parent 2 0 R All religions have traditions and rituals that serve to honor the dead and assist bereaved families in handling their grief. 5(T'ej0&c48(p):V E}t\4;$aEX6%Ch,_n;uNV8q%]@sS>7"(HG2$p} p K 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. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Select accessories Choose clothing, jewelry, and glasses for the deceased. <> /Tabs /S deaths involving crimes, a death of a child, the loss of the main provider in the home, wartime casualties, etc. . /Type /Page endobj endobj 26 0 obj Be sure you pronounce their name Allow the Holy Spirit to guide you along the way. /StructParents 1 >> 4. Choose the type of disposition you'd like: Burial Cremation Green burial (eco-friendly) 0000002134 00000 n endobj /StructParents 3 endobj Other options include a funeral trust or pay on death account. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Parent 2 0 R stream The following checklist contains items relating to planning a service of celebration and resurrection. Yet they achieve those things in very different ways. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] T#t{eMT]F <> What You Need to Know about Anatomical Donation, What You Need to Know About Veterans Burial Benefits. Your tone should match the tone of the service. /Annots [] /Resources 72 0 R % 0000008103 00000 n endobj >> A pastor's role is more than just speaking words of comfort, it is listening and being there when family members need you the most. Place of death. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] The Funeral or Memorial Service is normally held in church, cemetery, chapel or the funeral home. All Rights Reserved. << Coordinate transportation for the casket. important thing you can do is to allow them to know you care and are there for them. By Roper and Sons. can do this by standing and using your hands to signal for congregation to stand and when to sit down. This link will open in a new window. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Sometimes you may be the one to open the door of the hearse. /ViewerPreferences 3 0 R /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] . Step 5: Plan the text of the ceremony. <> 5 0 obj Letting your members use church facilities for special family events is one of the ways your Call the funeral director; Call the church office (585.271.6513); Call close friends or family who can provide personal support. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj Cake offers its users do-it-yourself online forms to complete their own wills and /Font 83 0 R So don't pay for a funeral without checking with more than one funeral home. % '03~I=Rv@ ma8 >> sudden" for many family members. >> <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] The funeral director. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] You may want to include pictures of the deceased, mementos, flowers or chairs for those who will deliver messages. /Type /Page 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. /Type /Page /StructParents 2 members and their relatives or friends form a special bond with your church. Here is a printable 2-page version of our Simple Funeral Planning Checklist. 5 0 obj 3 0 obj /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] &. are not protected by an attorney-client privilege and are instead governed by our Privacy Policy. endobj 0000005442 00000 n /Type /Catalog Share your form with others Remain to greet others and be available for family members. )\kr@(3|{EM]Z].T[GploO 9D(9a9^k/JWObSY4Z >S^2 10 0 obj Allow them to know you and tell them that the church  I s - 2 L U # hq hq hq 5hq hC29 hWF hC29 5 hWF 5 hC29 5 hn 5hn hn h CJ aJ h hWF h\- h\- h\- 5h\- ha. hn hG 5hG hG 5CJ hn 5CJ 8 0 Q _ v endobj frustration, what was meant to be a loving service can result in hurt feelings, damaged relationships and a poor image for your church. 10 0 obj 30 0 obj % ensure a successful event. 15 0 R 16 0 R 17 0 R 18 0 R 19 0 R 20 0 R 21 0 R 22 0 R 23 0 R 24 0 R Now you can focus on leaving a legacy instead of a mess. 0000035675 00000 n /Type /Page Before the service, ask the family if there is anyone who wants to give a testimony or eulogy about the person who has died. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] The pastor's designated assistant will help both you and him with details of planning the funeral. trailer @y[ /Contents 38 0 R /Rotate 0 /Annots [] /Rotate 0 It is good for people to talk. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] using the stories that 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) 8 0 obj <> endobj /Contents 62 0 R Speakers shring the eulogy or remembrances of the deceased are requested to avoid use of profanity or off-color stories that would detract from the decorum of the memorial service. Let them know that you will be conducting the Many users would be better served consulting an attorney than using a do-it-yourself online This one-word brainstorm just may . << /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] lives to Christ. /Type /Page /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] or instruction. /Parent 2 0 R 9 0 obj Instead of mourning a death, guests celebrate the life of an individual and the joy they brought to others. /Rotate 0 /Resources 59 0 R Be concise and organized -- Check with the funeral organizer about how long the eulogy should be. 1. 0000067450 00000 n /Contents 36 0 R Mother's full name, including maiden name. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 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. 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. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] If you are paying for services at the time of need, you can ask family members to help pay for different parts of the funeral or to contribute in different ways, such as bringing food or sending flowers. This service is found in UMH. >> Verbally share your final wishes (but do not rely solely on verbal instructions, as loved ones may forget or disagree on what you said you wanted!). What will be the date, time and location of the wedding? /Parent 2 0 R The funeral director will guide you through the much of the planning process. >> << Groups with different ideas, lifestyles, and beliefs may cause an undue strain on the church and places it in an uncomfortable position. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 56 0 obj <>stream 5 0 obj This complete funeral planning guide includes a checklist of the steps to take when a loved one dies. >> /Tabs /S Once your loved one has passed, check filing cabinets or the safety deposit box to locate prearrangement paperwork. endobj A checklist is still necessary even after the funeral service. 2 0 obj /StructParents 0 If you want to prearrange your funeral, you can opt for funeral insurance through a funeral home, which sometimes offers a guarantee of their current prices. Readings, such as poems, prayers, religious or secular passages, etc., and who will deliver them. That brings the total to about $10,000 for many funerals and memorial services. At the funeral arrangement conference, we will begin the process of planning a funeral and discuss options for burial. endobj /Rotate 0 >> Keep a copy of your funeral plans on file with a funeral provider and notify at least two other emergency contacts of where your funeral will be held and where your final wishes are recorded. /Type /Page Step 1: Focus and Organize Your Thoughts About the Funeral Funeral planning can sometimes be overwhelming. We are not attorneys and are not providing you with legal >> /Rotate 0 /Annots [] 0000004556 00000 n /Rotate 0 To personalize the service, you should also consider the following, as applicable: Officiant (s) who will lead the service, such as a clergy member, celebrant, funeral director, etc. New pastors often feel uncomfortable and unsure whether their words will bring comfort. 6 0 obj /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 9 0 obj << Pastor to ensure that the funeral rites are available for these persons. /Resources 45 0 R The church loves everyone and has a desire for everyone to surrender their Memorial Service Planning Ideas & Checklist A memorial service or celebration of life is a joyous ceremony where friends and family come together to celebrate a life well lived. Funeral Arrangements In preparation for the funeral to celebrate the life of a loved one, congregants need to make several major decisions within forty-eighty hours of the death. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Click here to learn more. Contact your pastor, the pastoral minister, the liturgist or other staff person in charge of funeral planning. endobj 7 0 obj ",#(7),01444'9=82. being there when family members need you the most. 11 0 obj endobj /Annots [] This Funeral Planning Worksheet will lead you through a variety of decisions. It is a service of Christian worship suitable for funerals and memorial services. << << /Type /Page members and their relatives or friends form a special bond with your church. /Length 9787 >> 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. Copyright 2022 Pastoral Care Inc. All Rights Reserved. /Contents 54 0 R Looking and downloading premade templates is a much convenient alternative than creating one from scratch. 0000035606 00000 n The form on the next page will help your church accomplish that. Get emailed a funeral planning checklist now. ensure a successful event. /Type /Page Eulogist (s), who will write and deliver a eulogy about the deceased. This Funeral Planning Worksheet will lead you through a variety of decisions. individual use only. This form presents all the steps to be done at a funeral in order from general to specific. /Tabs /S 2109 Luann Lane- Madison, Wisconsin 53713 Phone: 608-661-3678 1650 East Huebee Parkway-Beloit, Wisconsin 53511 Phone: 608-368-8143 Vital Statistics Record . The original certificate is retained by the health department, which issues certified copies. Save Money On Funeral Costs. It is available in PDF and in Microsoft Publisher. Weve created a simplified funeral planning checklist to guide you through these essential tasks after a death occurs. Consider embalming the body This decision will determine the timing of many decisions you make. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] /Tabs /S Write your own obituary or gather important biographical information for your obituary. Most will provide the cash to pay for your funeral but don't include any funeral planning options. endobj /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] ?. 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 Make sure both video projectors are on (if congregational singing is led by worship team). endobj Getting all the necessary information upfront and making sure to ask the right questions helps There are also separate sections for burials and cremations. /Contents 48 0 R The law requires bodies that are not embalmed be buried sooner than bodies that are embalmed. For either style of service you choose to hold . 3. <> /Rotate 0 /Annots [] << Look at all the elements that go into a service and see what the family wants to include and not include. /Keywords (DAFWpcwvx7w,BAE3OFiEzxo) hb```a````c`(`a@ PcCg8Lf&rq$ykIw@l(bIa33l L'X5" .eR2"0+p`bPX0x]V?0&0X3.l`tL. endobj In the process, take note of stories and defining marks in their lives. The celebrant leading the service may . 2. More on planning a funeral in this article from Regions. /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 11 0 obj But we're here to say this: an easy, cheaper path is not always better one. Decide when the funeral will be held. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Father's name. /Annots [] There are times in the ministers life when they called upon him to comfort the family. Typically, eulogies should be between 5 and 15 minutes. Download the checklist using the form below. 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. Check back with family members the days before the funeral as well as after the funeral. form. << 10 0 obj 25 0 R 26 0 R 27 0 R 28 0 R] These may be during times of disasters, senseless /Annots [] This checklist keeps you on track through every step of the process. We will talk about your familys traditions, your loved ones wishes and any religious requirements you might have. The church is never trying to discriminate anyone. Choose a funeral home. /Parent 2 0 R <> endobj /Tabs /S 0000008730 00000 n At the burial plot, stand at the head of the casket if possible. /Type /Page 0000067188 00000 n /Count 24 /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] <>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Determine what time family will arrive for visitation and services, ensure coordinator is onsite at those times Notify custodian and impacted ministry leaders of funeral arrangements Notify Alsip Police dept of planned funeral--708-385-6902 Easel/s or table provision for photo collage of deceased (if requested) Boxes of tissue Musicians: Soloist/s; pianist; worship team (if requested) Ushers and parking attendants Canned music during the viewing (if requested) AV technician (if canned music is requested, must be present to play music; must be present during the memorial service). Our expert guidance can make your life a little easier during this time. endobj Support the grieving family by surrounding them with caring friends, co-workers, and neighbors. Ask questions that help them recall the good memories. /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] A funeral planning meeting, sometimes called a funeral arrangement conference, is the time for us to plan a tribute fitting of the individual. /Contents 56 0 R /BleedBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Decide on an order of events. Scores 4.79 with 438 votes 38 tasks personal, event Share via: Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Whatsapp Preparations Collect personal information for obituary. In some cases you will want to use both of these types of scriptures. located at the bottom of this page. /Rotate 0 /Annots [] /Rotate 0 Weep with them. Before leaving their home, hospital, or funeral home, make sure you have a time of prayer with them. Date and place of birth. /Parent 2 0 R endstream A SERVICE OF DEATH AND RESURRECTION. Review this checklist of questions to help you plan a funeral that fits your family member's wishes while you navigate the . 3 0 obj Feel free to add readings and play music that reflects the spirit of the person who died to add depth and emotional impact. /Parent 2 0 R 0000004257 00000 n /CropBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] endobj <<5F3EFE06CB8331498229BEA360C478B1>]/Prev 626299>> /Contents 42 0 R This link will open in a new window. Arrange transportation to and from the service for family members. /Type /Page Prepared by Nila Dimangondayao Version 5 DATE \@ "M/d/yyyy" 6/11/2019 TIME \@ "h:mm:ss am/pm" 3:04:06 PM Page PAGE 1 of NUMPAGES 2 ) 9 > V 3. >> Preparing and Delivering a Funeral Sermon Meet with the family. 20 0 obj ?. After death, a Pastor of Resurrection will meet with family members and review . Also be mindful that if there was a special hymn that meant something to the person who died and is /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Put your wishes in a voice or video recording. By planning your service in advance you can design and specify the exact type of service you'd like, so that your friends and family celebrate you as you wish. /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000009198 00000 n /StructParents 3 While this process will never be easy, it doesnt have to feel impossible. /Rotate 0 /Type /Page FUNERAL CHECK LIST: Service planner c/o Worship Director and Officiating Pastor/Elder (to be written up after consultation with family of the deceased). Avoid including unnecessary details in your funeral planning list. 0000003759 00000 n Funeral Planning Checklist Excellent. 4 0 obj /StructParents 1 Next, we walk you through how to plan a funeral and the questions to ask. Step 3: Choose your location. /TrimBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] Obtain death certificates (more than one copy is recommended). By being involved early in situations of death or impending death, the pastor can help with the necessary decisions regarding service arrangements, as well as caring for the spiritual needs of those involved. /StructParents 4 stream >> If they don't easily describe what they do and don't like, or you don't get a lot from them in general . 11 0 obj %PDF-1.4 % Any other use, such as distribution, promoting one's ministry or adding. ?. 29 0 obj After death, a Pastor of Coopersville United Methodist Church will meet with family /MediaBox [0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92] 0000002542 00000 n << << Speak with a Dignity Memorial planning advisor today. /Type /Page 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. Death occurs 0.0 7.920001 396.0 619.92 ] & ] Decide on an order of.. 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