Funerals
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Christians believe that the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ give them hope and cause for thanksgiving in the face of death. In this faith we entrust those who have died to the infinite mercy and love of God. A Methodist funeral service acknowledges this hope and offers bereaved people the opportunity to remember their loved one's life and offer them into God's care. How do we arrange a funeral? Most people will use the services of a local funeral director, who will provide advice and organise all the practical arrangements. If you would like a funeral service here at Wesley, please let the funeral directors know and they will work with the ministers to work out a suitable time and date for the service.
Burials and Cremations Our ministers take both funeral services followed by a committal or burial at the crematorium or a full funeral service at the crematorium itself. There is also the possibility to have a committal followed by a service of thanksgiving at Wesley. When our ministers visit you, we can take time to discuss with you which you think would be best for you.
Bereavement The time between a person's death and their funeral is often very busy and full of practical arrangements. Often it is only after the funeral that the full extent of loss affects the bereaved.
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