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Pastoral Ministry

Funeral Ministry Starter Kit

Five resources. Choose where to begin.

Start with Resource 1: preparing to lead

Then use the family meeting guide before you write the message.

Before you use a template

Replace every [Name] and [family names] placeholder. Check pronouns, relationships and names against the family's approved details. Choose one faith track, then remove unused alternatives. Only use personal testimony you can honestly give.

The five resources

Preparing to Lead Your First Funeral
Family Meeting Guide and Questions
Funeral Service-Day Checklist
Adaptable Graveside Service Outline
Following Up With the Family

Offline copy

The whole kit as one file. Nothing is uploaded or saved here.

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