When a loved one passes away, the details of planning a funeral service may seem surreal in some ways. You may not have imagined yourself in such a position only days or hours ago. However, if you find yourself needing to choose an officiant to conduct the funeral, here are some practical tips to consider as you make this decision. Tip #1: Look at Leaders in the Church Your Lost Loved One Attended…
Read More »Death is something that not everyone understands and can easily process, so being at a funeral service can make some people feel uncomfortable. Here is what everyone needs to know when it comes to displaying the proper etiquette at a funeral. Attire While you are not required to wear black at a funeral service, it is typically the most commonly worn color. Darker toned clothing such as navy blue or brown is also acceptable.…
Read More »In a world where environmentally friendly options are flooding in on every front, the traditional funeral practices of cremation and interment don’t seem as practical as they once did. Some green burial ideas, such as the “infinity mushroom” plan whereby mushrooms will break down your corpse and neutralize heavy metals found in your remains, are still in the starry-eyed development phase. For those who want to plan an eco-friendly funeral in advance, though, there are already several options available now or in the near future.…
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