DESCRIPTION:  This tip sheet offers practical suggestions and support for ways to modify funeral rituals to encourage safety.  The document discusses online options, delay of rituals, and ways to hold a small in-person funeral for a small number of people (maximum of 10) who are practicing physical distancing.

TOPICS:   Worship Resources/Support:  Rituals; Technical support for online platformsCongregational Care:  Pastoral Care; Useful models/platforms 

RELIGIOUS TRADITION(S):  Christianity

SOURCE: Massachusetts Council of Churches

DATE AUTHORED:  3/24/2020

DATE UPLOADED:  3/25/2020