Funerals

Funeral services for deceased church members are encouraged to be held in the church. Funeral services for deceased non-members may be held in the church at the discretion of the Pastor.  At the discretion of the Pastor, funeral services may be conducted in a funeral home, private home, nursing home, hospice, or other suitable location. The casket may be displayed open in the lounge prior to the service.

In the funeral service, the casket is moved in place before the altar and is covered with a pall. The casket is always closed during a service in the church. The funeral service is normally conducted in accordance with the rubrics in the “Lutheran Book of Worship” or the “Occasional Service Book”.

Funeral Policy
Cemetery Policy