Sending Thank You Notes After a Funeral

Saying "Thank You" to Friends and Family in a Note Card While it may be difficult to write thank you notes in a time of grief, it is important to acknowledge acts of kindness and support.



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Christian Orthodox Funeral Customs

Christian Orthodox Funeral Service Rituals

A split between the Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church, known as the Great Schism, divided the Church in 1054 A.D. Today, divisions of the Orthodox Church include the Antiochian, Carpatho-Russian, Greek, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, and Ukrainian Orthodox Churches which follow the languages and cultures of their founders. Although many Orthodox beliefs remain the […]


Roman Catholic Funeral Service Rituals

Overview of Beliefs and Practices “Roman Catholic” refers to the Christian church that recognizes the Pope and Vatican as the authority and representation of God’s teachings. Today, there are about 1.2 billion Roman Catholics around the world. Catholics teach that Jesus died to redeem man from sin. They believe in immortality and that in death […]


Funerals 101: Everything You Need to Know

Guide to Funeral Products, Services, and Providers Here you'll find comprehensive, unbiased information about funerals. It's where you can learn what you need to know to make smart choices in planning funerals, purchasing funeral products, and supporting friends in grief.


How to Request Donations In Lieu of Flowers

Key Takeaways Why Families Choose Giving Over Flowers Flowers have been the default response to loss for generations, but they fade within a week. A growing number of families are asking for a gift to a cause their loved one cared about. This might be the hospital that treated them, a shelter where they volunteered, […]


Choosing a Sympathy Gift

How to Choose a Sympathy Gift for a Coworker

When someone you work with experiences the loss of a loved one, it’s natural to want to offer support and show that you care. However, finding the right condolence gift for a coworker can be tricky. After all, your relationship is professional, yet the gesture is deeply personal. Striking the right balance requires thoughtfulness, sensitivity, […]


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