Mormon Funeral Rite Flashcards
Who founded the church
Joseph Smith
There are no full-time professional
Clergy
Once a boy reaches the age of __ he is ordained in the office of priesthood
12
________, who hold full-time employment in areas outside of the Church, are called from the priesthood to serve for an unspecified time and without compensation
Bishops
A the time of death, the Bishop need not be
Notified
The clothing to be used will depend on whether or not the deceased has been
Through the temple
For a man who has been through the temple, what will he wear in the casket?
Whit undergarments, socks, shirt, trousers, tie, and moccasins
Robe over the right shoulder extending diagonally across the chest in a straight line to the ankle
Green apron and white sash placed over the waist
Sash tied in a bow on the left side
White cap on deceased’s head before the casket is closed
Cap has a bow on the left side and string on the right which is tied to the robe
For a woman who has been through the temple, what will she wear?
White undergarments, hose, slip, dress and moccasins
Robe worn over right shoulder and extending diagonally across the chest in a straight line to the ankle
Apron and sash are placed over waist
White veil draped on the pillow at the back of the head and placed over the face before the casket is closed
Ribbon is tied under the chin
Whom should be contacted to determine the order of worship of the service
Bishop (Speaker) of the Ward
The funeral service may be held where?
In the funeral home, ward chapel, or the tabernacle
The funeral service may NOT be held where?
In the Temple
__________ is the key word in the Mormon Funeral
Simplicity
The use of these are not permitted
Cross
Crucifix
Candles
Flowers
The order of service for a Mormon funeral may be
Prelude Invocation Eulogy/Obituary Musical Selection Speaker Benediction Postlude
