When someone that is Mormon dies, does the funeral have to take place in the funeral home or place of worship?
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When my Mormon father passed away, we had a wonderful cerimony in our Ward's/Stake chapel.  Please consult with your Bishop or Stake President to find out what the practices are in your area.  A non-demoninational church would most likely welcome your group as well, especially when it affects the student community.
1175503
If you served with the armed forces, then you have the right to be buried in uniform, apart from your medals, which will be presented to your family.\n\nThis right is a funeral with full military honours and will also include the establishment flags and ensign to be flown at half mast, your coffin to be flag drapped and a 3 volley salute fired by an armed guard.  \n\nYou also have the last post played as a mark of respect to all fallen comardes.
162695
You invite the entire community, as well as the church members. As for the actual ceremony, different religious groups have different ones, talk to your preacher/pastor/etc. He or she will know exactly what is called for.
106914
In that one minute, you are supposed to honor the deceased.  Some people sit in quiet reflection, others pray.  It's just a way of honoring and remembering the person who passed.  Similar to ringing church bells at a funeral or lighting candles at a vigil.
876472
you could just relax and enjoy the" whatever you trade for your soul". from what i was told there is a religion it may be "latter day saints" not certain. that get lists of dead people and pray on their behalf for salvation. this could have amazing ramifications,if you haldn't made the necessary provisions for when you met your demize.
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That would depend on state and funeral home....it varies\n\njust call where they are now and let them know that you need transportation arrangements made quickly if they have passed on and arranged if they will be passing soon.\n\nI am sorry for your loss..and what you are going through.\nPrayers and thoughts are with you.
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I will do my best to answer your questions.  Yes, we consider ourselves Christians.  We accept Jesus Christ as our Savior and Redeemer.  No, we do not teach that only Mormons go to heaven.  We believe that people will be judged by the knowledge they have.  Thus, if someone grows up without having the word of God, they are only judged by what they were taught in life.\n\nWhen you say "to be saved" do you mean "go to heaven"?  The answer to that question is that, no, we do not think that people have to believe in the Book of Mormon and Joseph Smith to go to heaven.  We are taught that good people will go to heaven.  However, in our religion we are also taught that there are different degrees of heaven.  The better you do on earth, the higher up you go.  The highest degree of heaven is what we call the "Celestial Kingdom".  To get there, we believe that we must accept the gospel of Jesus Christ (and that includes believing in the Book of Mormon and that Joseph Smith is a prophet of God).\n\nThose who are not Mormon can still go to heaven.  And we believe that after this life, people who have died without the chance to hear the gospel will get the chance to hear it in the next life.  And that in the next life, they will have the choice to accept it or reject it.
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Yep.  The Mormons.\n\nDuring the temple ceremony, a person is given a "new name" that will be called for entry into (their version) of Heaven, the Celestial Kingdom.  The husband must remember the "new name" of his wife or, it's presumed, she won't be allowed to enter into Heaven.  All men in a temple "session" get the same name (such as "Adam, Enoch, etc.") and all women in a "session" get the same name (such as, "Ruth, Sarah, Rachael", etc.)\n\nMembers are admonished to never reveal their "new name" and almost always refuse to discuss what goes on during the temple "sessions" so you'll unlikely hear anything about this from active members.
618642
mormons and orthodox Christians.. but theyre dead they had their chance.. sorry pal
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Ask the minister. It varies. Some churches do not charge if the person who died was a member.
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I would think it would depend on whether there is going to be a viewing or not and whether they are being cremated or burried.  When I die, I definitely do NOT want to be embalmed and I will also be cremated, thx.
882667
It really depends on the laws of your state, but usually what happens when a person dies intestate is that the court appoints an executor who is responsible for liquidating all the assets of the decedent's estate.  Before any friend or family member gets any money or property out of the estate, the executor has to pay for any claims made against the estate.  As a result, whoever pays for the funeral and burial expenses can make a claim against the estate for reimbursement.  In this case, I would strongly advise you against getting involved if you're worried about how you'll be able to pay for it and whether your ex has enough assets to cover the burial/funeral expenses.  Doesn't matter if his brothers and sisters expect you to handle this or not -- you are under NO LEGAL OBLIGATION WHATSOEVER to stump up the cash for anything involving your ex.
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No, I don't believe this is disrespectful. It is and has been accepted by the Catholic religion, and others,  now for many years. It is OK. It is the soul that lives on, not the body that our sweet Lord has put us in. Don't worry about that. I was worried about that once as well. Remember this as well, the burial then was different than now, so what about embalming? You are not going to pop out of the grave in the way that you died. Like I said, it is the soul / spirit that lives and we will walk with Jesus when he commands us to. I pray I am lucky enough to walk with Jesus. Or at least follow him.
365903
It has to do with Ceremonies that can only be performed in the Temple.\n\nSome examples are Marriage for all eternity. (Something mormons believe in)\n\nThey also believe in performing work for the dead.  What this means is if someone died before being baptised or married for all eternity, for example then other people can do this for them by proxy. \n\nFor the mormons these ceremonies are sacred, so much so that they won't talk about them. Because of this people get the false impression that there is something very secretive or wierd about them. This is not the case.\n\nI used to be a mormon and went to all of the temple ceremonies, and I was even a temple worker (person who volunteers to work at the temple).  \n\nI will tell you that none of the ceremonies are wierd, or anything you might not expect. Most of the stuff found on the internet is exagerated hyped up or just plain in-correct.\n\nIf you have any further questions go to www.lds.org
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There are different rituals depending on your religion.  Two major religions practiced in Pakistan are Islam and Hinduism.\n\nWhen a Muslim is near death, those around him or her are called upon to give comfort, and reminders of God's mercy and forgiveness. They may recite verses from the Qur'an, give physical comfort, and encourage the dying one to recite words of remembrance and prayer. It is recommended, if at all possible, for a Muslim's last words to be the declaration of faith: "I bear witness that there is no god but Allah."\n\nUpon death, those with the deceased are encouraged to remain calm, pray for the departed, and begin preparations for burial. \n\nThe eyes of the deceased should be closed, and the body covered temporarily with a clean sheet. It is forbidden for those in mourning to excessively wail, scream, or thrash about. Grief is normal when one has lost a loved one, and it is natural and permitted to cry. When the Prophet Muhammad's own son died, he said: "The eyes shed tears and the heart is grieved, but we will not say anything except which pleases our Lord." One should strive to be patient, and remember that Allah is the One who gives life and takes it away, at a time appointed by Him. It is not for us to question His wisdom.\n\nMuslims strive to bury the deceased as soon as possible after death, avoiding the need for embalming or otherwise disturbing the body of the deceased. An autopsy may be performed, if necessary, but should be done with the utmost respect for the dead.\n\nWashing and Shrouding\nIn preparation for burial, the family or other members of the community will wash and shroud the body. (If the deceased was killed as a martyr, this step is not performed; martyrs are buried in the clothes they died in.) The deceased will be washed respectfully, with clean and scented water, in a manner similar to how Muslims make ablutions for prayer. The body will then be wrapped in sheets of clean, white cloth (called the kafan).\n\nFuneral Prayers\nThe deceased is then transported to the site of the funeral prayers (salat-l-janazah). These prayers are commonly held outdoors, in a courtyard or public square, not inside the mosque. The community gathers, and the imam (prayer leader) stands in front of the deceased, facing away from the worshippers. The funeral prayer is similar in structure to the five daily prayers, with a few variations. (For example, there is no bowing or prostration, and the entire prayer is said silently but for a few words.)\n\nBurial\nThe deceased is then taken to the cemetery for burial (al-dafin). While all members of the community attend the funeral prayers, only the men of the community accompany the body to the gravesite. It is preferred for a Muslim to be buried where he or she died, and not be transported to another location or country (which may cause delays or require embalming the body). If available, a cemetery (or section of one) set aside for Muslims is preferred. The deceased is laid in the grave (without a coffin if permitted by local law) on his or her right side, facing Mecca. At the gravesite, it is discouraged for people to erect tombstones, elaborate markers, or put flowers or other momentos. Rather, one should humbly remember Allah and His mercy, and pray for the deceased.\n\nMourning\nLoved ones and relatives are to observe a 3-day mourning period. Mourning is observed in Islam by increased devotion, receiving visitors and condolences, and avoiding decorative clothing and jewelry. Widows observe an extended mourning period (iddah), 4 months and 10 days long, in accordance with the Qur'an 2:234. During this time, she is not to remarry, move from her home, or wear decorative clothing or jewelry.\n\nWhen one dies, everything in this earthly life is left behind, and there are no more opportunities to perform acts of righteousness and faith. The Prophet Muhammad once said that there are three things, however, which may continue
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I've had mormon friends married by their bishop outdoors, in homes and at other non-church venues.  Bishops are authorized to perform marriages just like clergymen from other churches.  A non-temple wedding could be whatever the couple agrees on & the bishop agrees to conduct.  The only difference is that you won't be sealed like you would in a temple.  But you can always do that later on. Hope this helps.
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in a funeral home. The only problem is that whoever died probably isn't a Christian, that means you can't "preach" about anything very hopefull at one of those funerals... You could always lie and use the classic line "they've gone on to a better place" but in reality, if they weren't a Christian, hell is'n a better place at all.