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If you’ve been enlisted to officiate a nondenominational funeral, you may be wondering what’s expected of you. It can feel like a massive responsibility, but rest assured that you’ve got this. You were selected for a reason, and a lot of what you’ll need to do is going to be laid out for you. Still, it’s reasonable to want to prepare and we’ll show you how. In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to officiate a nondenominational funeral or memorial service.
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QuestionI heard there was a legal phrase that has to be said at funerals, is this true?Community AnswerNo, there is not. What the family wants is usually all that has to be said.
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QuestionPsalm 23 is a frequently spoken prayer at a funeral; what are a few more popular or frequently used prayers?Community AnswerThe Apostle's Creed, the Rosary, Glory Be, Hail Mary, Our Father, and the Sign of the Cross are good options.
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- Normally, after the family has gone to their cars, the clergy member stays in the room, toward the back, while the funeral home workers close the casket to ensure that the departed loved one is treated with full respect and to assure the family that jewelry items were left in the casket, should there ever be any concerns.Thanks
- Typically, the clergy member walks in front of the casket to the hearse and in front of the casket from the hearse to the graveside.Thanks
- Sometimes it's interesting to take note in the eulogy of what was going on in the world the day the person was born. Here is a handy link for that: https://www.brainyhistory.com/Thanks
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