Non-Liturgical Protestant Funeral Rite Flashcards
Most protestant churches are classified as this both in their architecture and their style of worship
Non-Liturgical
Other examples of non-liturgical protestant churches include
Methodist Church of Christ Presbyterian Assembly of God Church of God Nazarene
The decision making process of non-liturgical protestant churches rests primarily with whom?
The clergy
The funeral director should determine the preferences of each individual minister in order to maintain this
A smooth working relationship
Most non-liturgical protestant churches will not utilize these
Acolytes or crucifiers
When the funeral is to be held at the church, visitation and open casket viewing is more likely to take place where?
In the sanctuary
Since there are no acolytes or crucifiers used in the non-liturgical protestant churches, who will lead the procession into the church?
Clergy
Once the casket has been placed on the lowering device and the casketbearers positioned, the clergy will lead those in attendance at the committal service through
A prayer, scripture reading, and a benediction or closing prayer
The individual preference of the clergy will determine whether or not they choose to do this
Make the symbolic sign of the cross on the casket with sand or flower petals
Describe the non-liturgical processional
Clergy FD Casketbearers FD Casket - foot first (unless deceased is clergy) FD Family
On what side of the church does the non-liturgical procession go?
Left (facing) between pews
