Funerals

Organising a funeral can be an incredibly difficult and challenging thing to do, especially so when you’re having to say goodbye to someone you love and who has
been a big part of your life. Gower Ministry Area churches are here to help and
support you, not only in planning the funeral service itself, but for as long as you
need us afterwards.

Christians believe that each and every person is uniquely made in the image of God,
and we understand that a funeral needs to reflect all that was special about the
person you knew and loved, whether that service takes place at a church,
crematorium or burial ground.

Despite the strong feelings of loss and grief that we often experience when a loved
one dies, Church in Wales funerals will always reflect the great hope and comfort
that lies at the heart of the Christian faith. This assures us that this life is not all that
there is, and through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, God promises a place where there
is no more death, or tears, or sadness.

Just as every person is unique, so should their funeral be. The vicar will encourage
you to talk about the person you want to give thanks for and the life you want to
celebrate. They can help you plan the service, and together discuss what’s possible.

There are lots of ways in which you can make the funeral feel really personal: what is
said about your loved one, what you’d like people to wear, the music that is played,
the readings that are chosen, the prayers that are said, or maybe choosing a
photograph to place at the front.

At a service led by a vicar, the framework will be the life, death and resurrection of
Jesus, so our words of encouragement are both for the deceased to be part of our
Hope of Eternal Life and also for the mourners to find the Peace and Comfort that
God brings us.

Please contact us if you would like further information or advice. The relevant contacts are: