We can’t fully appreciate joyful reunions later without tearful separations now. Not even death can take from us the eternal blessings promised by a loving Heavenly Father.” – Joseph B. There we will be given new opportunities. “One of the blessings of the gospel is the knowledge that when the curtain of death signals the end of our mortal lives, life will continue on the other side of the veil. The only way to take sorrow out of death is to take love out of life.” – Russell M.
“Moreover, we can’t fully appreciate joyful reunions later without tearful separations now. It is a natural response in complete accord with divine commandment: “Thou shalt live together in love, insomuch that thou shalt weep for the loss of them that die.” (D&C 42:45.) – Russell M. Mourning is one of the deepest expressions of pure love. “Irrespective of age, we mourn for those loved and lost. “… What have we to console us in relation to the dead? We have reason to have the greatest hope and consolation for our dead of any people on the earth for we have seen them walk worthily in our midst, and seen them sink asleep in the arms of Jesus…” – Joseph Smith, King Follett Discourse 25 Powerful Quotes on Death to Heal the Aching Heart May the words of God’s appointed apostles and prophets, combined with the divine witness of the Holy Spirit, bring peace and hope to all who grieve. While we understand that death is part of our Heavenly Father’s plan for our eternal happiness, more often than not the pain and grief associated with he passing of a loved one is more than we can bear. In order to become like our Eternal Father, we must experience death and later receive perfect, resurrected bodies.¹ Because of the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ, all mankind will be resurrected and redeemed from physical death.ĭeath is an essential part of Heavenly Father’s plan of salvation (see 2 Nephi 9:6). The Fall of Adam brought physical death into the world (see Moses 6:48). Typically a Priesthood holder will stand guard until the grave has been closed if closing is not a part of the graveside service.Physical death is the separation of the spirit from the mortal body. Asks the Lord to comfort the family and expresses thoughts as the Spirit directs.(Where appropriate) prays that the place may be hallowed and protected until the Resurrection.Dedicates and consecrates the burial plot as the resting place for the body of the deceased.States that he is acting by the authority of the Melchizedek Priesthood.The dedication typically follows this model: In some cases, the graveside service is the only service held for the deceased.Īt the gravesite, a small service is rendered as a Melchizedek Priesthood holder, who has the authority to act in the name of God, offers a “Dedication” of the grave. It may be specifically for those in the family, or for those who are members of the Latter Day Saints. If guests are not invited, then you should assume you are not invited to attend. What to do about LDS Graveside services?įollowing the funeral service, guests may be invited to the graveside service for burial. The gist of these comments is that it is appropriate to talk about the deceased at a funeral. Many comments can be found posted on websites that take exception to Packer’s view. Now it’s all right to have a family member speak at a funeral, but if they do, their remarks should be in keeping with the spirit of the meeting.” Instead, any talking should focus on the Atonement, the Resurrection, and the comforting promises revealed in the scriptures. Packer, president of the Quorum of the Twelve of The Church of Jesus-Christ of Latter-day Saints, has expressed the opinion that Mormon funerals should be “spiritually impressive and when the family insists that several family members speak in a funeral, then the speaking should not be about the deceased person. However, there seems to be some controversy about the proper focus for speakers during a funeral. Generally, Mormon funerals are meant to be a teaching opportunity for those who have not heard the gospel. There may be some variances in the tone of the service, and services often last from one to three hours. The ward Bishop may be the only man to speak, though other men may stand and speak as well. When the service begins, you can expect to hear an opening prayer, a reading, at least one song, though there may be several, a few words from the ward Bishop and a final blessing. The guests have already been seated and they rise to show respect to the dead, and the family. Latter-day Saints - What to Expect at the Funeral Serviceĭuring an LDS funeral, the family follows behind as the casket is wheeled into a church chapel.
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