As Christians we know that we have nothing to fear in death. In fact, it is through dying that we are born to a new and eternal life.
No one cares to plan a funeral, but the reality is that we must, and sometimes when we least expect it or are least prepared to do so. No matter how much warning we may have, the event of death does come as a shock.
There are many decisions that must be made in the days surrounding the death of a loved one. This Planning Guide is designed to help you with some of these decisions and to help you better understand the service that First English Lutheran Church offers during this time.
Please take the time to read through this Planning Guide before you make any final arrangements. Please call the First English Lutheran Church (FELC) pastor if you have any questions or concerns about anything addressed in this Planning Guide.
May the grace of God bring you comfort and keep you throughout this difficult time. Please also know that your First English Lutheran church family is praying for you.