Dear Beloved Families,
At City Centre Church, we understand the importance of honouring and celebrating the lives of our dearly departed loved ones. It is our heartfelt desire to support you during this difficult time by providing guidance and assistance in organizing funeral arrangements at our church premises.
During times of loss and grief, City Centre Church is here to walk alongside you, offering comfort, support, and guidance every step of the way. We hope that this policy helps clarify our roles and responsibilities in arranging funeral services for your loved ones. Please know that our doors are always open, and we are here to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.
Church Support:
When one of our cherished loved ones passes away, we extend our caring hands to help coordinate the funeral service. Should you choose a pastor from City Centre Church to officiate the service, we will work closely with your family to craft a meaningful and heartfelt order of service, reflecting the essence and memories of your loved one.
Pastoral Support:
We understand the significance of having a trusted pastor to lead the funeral service and provide comforting words during this time of loss. Therefore, we offer the option for your family to select between our available pastors. We will make every effort to accommodate your preference, although it will be based on the availability of the pastors.
- Senior Pastor, Deric Bartlett
- Senior Associate Pastor, Bryan Lee
Family Contributions:
Your involvement is essential in ensuring that the funeral service is a true reflection of the life and spirit of your loved one. We kindly ask that you provide us with the necessary details for the order of service in a timely manner. Additionally, for the creation of bulletins, we invite your family to take the lead in arranging the design and printing. Should you require assistance, we are here to offer guidance and support.
Honorariums:
In expressing our gratitude for the dedication and service of our pastor, we recommend an honorarium of $250, a token of appreciation for their support during this time. For our talented musicians, an honorarium of $150 per musician is suggested, acknowledging their contribution to the service. We also recognize the invaluable assistance of others involved, such as media preparation or administrative support, and suggest a discretionary honorarium for their efforts.
Funeral Timing:
To ensure that we can provide the best possible support and service, funerals at City Centre Church are scheduled from Monday to Thursday between 10 am and 3 pm. This timeframe allows us to offer our fullest attention and care to your family during this sensitive time.
Support for Church Members:
For those who were members of our church family, we extend additional support in managing certain costs and details of the funeral service. This includes assistance with covering expenses for food, hiring musicians, providing media content, and managing the design and printing costs of bulletins, as deemed appropriate by our church leadership.
With deepest sympathy and warm regards,
City Centre Church