Scripture readings for funerals

Memorial services give us a way to say goodbye. Your grief does not end with the cremation funeral ceremony, but your remembrance can begin there.

If you are in need of Scriptures for grief to bring comfort in times of sorrow, download a free list of Scriptures in this post.

We've selected the best old testament scripture as well as new testament passages. We describe Catholic funerals and how to choose readings.

Are you seeking prayers to close a funeral? Then we hope you can use these 10 comforting prayers as you close a funeral of your loved one!

The Bible is filled with Scriptures for grieving families that offer comfort and solace. These Bible verses for grief can be read aloud or just read to oneself. One of the most comforting Bible verses for the death of a loved one is Psalm 23:4-5. It states, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of [...]

Find solace in our collection of short funeral prayers for family. These heartfelt verses provide comfort and courage during your time of grief.

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Keep the memories alive with Uplifting Bible Readings For Funerals collected here. The choice of readings for a funeral service is ultimately up to the family and their preferences. While religious readings are common in many funeral services, they are not mandatory. Use Non-religious readings, such as poems, quotes, or personal anecdotes, to honor the life of the deceased and offer comfort to the mourners.

Jehovah’s Witness funerals are similar to those of other religions. They begin with prayer, followed by scripture reading, a eulogy, and songs of praise.

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