By Melissa Powell
Believing in the second coming of Jesus Christ is natural to members of Christian community in Singapore and those in other parts of the world. Also natural to Christians is the trust that at the time of their death they'll be judged according to their actions on their journey on earth. As much as possible, they practice Christ's teachings since they consider it as their guiding light in conducting their life on earth. For this reason, it is expected that Christian funeral Singapore services are arranged in accordance with Christ's teachings.
A Christian funeral is observed not only to honor the life of the deceased, but also to give people the chance to bid farewell to a departed loved one. This is the reason the Christian way of holding a funeral ceremony is considered the most interactive type of a funeral service. Christians usually cherish the life of the deceased loved one by gathering and sharing fond memories of the departed and by holding a program a day before the internment. Though the purpose of these activities is to honor the life of the deceased, bereaving families also found comfort in it knowing that there are many people who are there to support or show their love during such an unfortunate time.
The funeral service will be held either at the church where the deceased used to visit when he or she was still living or at the crematorium. The event which is often lead by a minister would have a reading of Bible verses and personal readings. Then, these will be followed by prayers, reflection, and commendation and farewell.
The ceremony begins with an opening reading from the Holy Scripture. It says that the Lord is the resurrection and the life. He who believes and lives in Him shall never die. Then, it is preceded by gospel reading and the sermon. After these are the personal readings. The priest will reflect about the life of the deceased and emphasize things that are significant to his or her role as a Christian. A family member or a partner may also share a brief account of the deceased's life. This will be followed by prayers of thanksgiving and penitence, reflection, and committal.
Families may also opt for a short fellowship reception where foods and refreshments are served to those who attended the funeral service. Singapore funeral services providers now include this in the services they offer.
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Believing in the second coming of Jesus Christ is natural to members of Christian community in Singapore and those in other parts of the world. Also natural to Christians is the trust that at the time of their death they'll be judged according to their actions on their journey on earth. As much as possible, they practice Christ's teachings since they consider it as their guiding light in conducting their life on earth. For this reason, it is expected that Christian funeral Singapore services are arranged in accordance with Christ's teachings.
A Christian funeral is observed not only to honor the life of the deceased, but also to give people the chance to bid farewell to a departed loved one. This is the reason the Christian way of holding a funeral ceremony is considered the most interactive type of a funeral service. Christians usually cherish the life of the deceased loved one by gathering and sharing fond memories of the departed and by holding a program a day before the internment. Though the purpose of these activities is to honor the life of the deceased, bereaving families also found comfort in it knowing that there are many people who are there to support or show their love during such an unfortunate time.
The funeral service will be held either at the church where the deceased used to visit when he or she was still living or at the crematorium. The event which is often lead by a minister would have a reading of Bible verses and personal readings. Then, these will be followed by prayers, reflection, and commendation and farewell.
The ceremony begins with an opening reading from the Holy Scripture. It says that the Lord is the resurrection and the life. He who believes and lives in Him shall never die. Then, it is preceded by gospel reading and the sermon. After these are the personal readings. The priest will reflect about the life of the deceased and emphasize things that are significant to his or her role as a Christian. A family member or a partner may also share a brief account of the deceased's life. This will be followed by prayers of thanksgiving and penitence, reflection, and committal.
Families may also opt for a short fellowship reception where foods and refreshments are served to those who attended the funeral service. Singapore funeral services providers now include this in the services they offer.
About the Author:
Related articles on Funeral services Singapore (http://www.westerncasket.com.sg/aboutus.htm) or visit www.westerncasket.com.sg (http://www.westerncasket.com.sg/services.htm)