how do you have a funeral without the church?
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in a funeral home. The only problem is that whoever died probably isn't a Christian, that means you can't "preach" about anything very hopefull at one of those funerals... You could always lie and use the classic line "they've gone on to a better place" but in reality, if they weren't a Christian, hell is'n a better place at all.
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if either yourself, or one of your family, belongs to a church, that could be a nice wide open area. Most churches have an area for social gatherings. If you explain your situation, I'm sure something could be arranged for no, or a small fee. certainly less than chucky cheese type prices. then all you need is a couple packs of 99cent kool-aid for drinks, and ask all your family that's comes to bring a covered dish for food purposes. I hope this helps, me, my wife, and my mother all had a good ten min discussion on this question hoping to help a 7 yr old have a great birthday!!
238450
Outside weddings. Me and my wife got married beside a river on some property my parents own. It was great and it was free, except for the Pastor. Plus then if you have people you don't want to invite but feel it is necessary to invite them, maybe they won't come because it is outside and they won't want to have to sit out in the sun. Worked on my grandma, she's crazy.
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You don't need to bring anything to the funeral, call the funeral home or church ahead of time and find out if the family is requesting donations to anything and make a contribution if you wish.  Most likely there will be a guest book at the funeral for you to sign.  The widow isn't going to remember who all attended but later on she will look through the book.  You could send her a sympathy card in the mail, that would also be a really nice gesture, even though you don't know her, she would really like to see the impact her husband had on other people.  If you would like to say something to her personally, it would be fine, just pick an appropriate opportunity.  I've been to funerals where the family is lined up waiting for people to give their condolences and I've been to others where people gathered after to speak with the family.  It totally depends on the situation, just be considerate of the family.
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None!  God doesn't need your money.  Want to donate something?  Donate blood, give old clothes to the salvation army, donate your time to a shelter or program like Big Brothers/Big Sisters...you will make a much more positive impact than throwing your money into a plate to cover the church's light bill.
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VISIT UR NEAREST CHAPEL AND ASK THEM
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My husband died unexpectedly 3 weeks ago, without a will. I realize this is a brother but it works the same way.\n\nYou need to go to surrogate court.\n Fill out the form for a executor for small estate (as long as the estate is under $20,000).\n You must list all his assets, property and debts. \nThe filing fee is $1.\n In about 2 weeks (for me) you will get a official copy stating you are the executor of the estate. \nYou must liquefy all assets, pay off all debts starting with his funeral expenses. \nOnce that is paid, you pay off any credit cards or bills he has. After that is done, the remaining monies are distributed to his heirs. \n\nSurrogate court will be very happy to answer any of your questions but...they will not give out legal advice.
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no, I don;t need church to be a Christian
688505
Well to be honest you can't-- once a person has died thats it--\n\nI'm in no way religious but i would like to think that my mum would be there waiting for me when i leave this earth i find comfort from that \n\nBut i cant say it's there because i dont know
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If you feel drawn to go, that's what matters.  Death has a way of making things real, and if you still have a place in your heart for him, I would say it's right to honor that place and attend the funeral.  Probably it's a good idea to do so discreetly, as anonymously as possible, unless a graceful opportunity presents itself for interaction with the family, at their initiative. Otherwise, it's between you and your memory of him, a private goodbye.
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The purpose of a funeral is not always to honor the dead - sometimes it's to honor those left behind and show support.\n\nIf there's any way you can go (without losing your job or something), I would absolutely go.  It seems that there's a close bond between your s/m and your kids at least, and I believe it would be wrong not to go if you're able. \n\nIt's never a bad thing to do more than what's "expected."
570093
we just have a funeral and a priest says somthing and theres a church ceremony somtimes
736057
The next of kin usually has to pay...........I would talk to a mortuary (funeral home) and talk to them about payment plans, and inexpensive means of burial or cremation. As for a ceremony, there is nothing in the rule books that say you can't have it at home. I would ask the funeral director first and find out for sure....good luck
131384
You need to check the local zoning ordinances.  It's one thing to conduct a weekly bible study or an occasional "worship" service, but quite another thing to run a church from you home.
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Funeral are religious events.  If you google: "funeral customs  muslim"  you will come up with customs in arab countries.  http://www.iraq-outlook.com/Iraq-Aqua-Parks/iraqi-funeral-customs-muslim-arab-middle-east.html\n\nTo find others, change the faith name, eg. buddist, hindu, etc.
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you could consult public records for the city/town they were living in at the time of death, you could check church records if you know where they attended church
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Simply go to the nearest chapel, set up an appointment with the Bishop and go from there. Depending on your personal circumstances, the Bishop can direct you as to what steps you may need to take. \n\nGood luck. \n\nHere is the link to the meeting house locator if you are unsure of where the nearest chapel is:\nhttp://www.lds.org/basicbeliefs/meetinghouse/0,6017,352-1,00.html\n\nContact me if you have any additional questions.