Ep. 179: On Funerals
Funerals are an important aspect of a pastor's ministry. How should a pastor think through the different funerals that he will conduct in ministry? What logistics might he need to prioritize? Should a pastor receive compensation for conducting a funeral?
Jim and Brian discuss these and much more on this episode of Trenchtalk.
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Conduct Gospel-Centered Funerals
(2:38) Biblical Framework for Funerals
(6:51) What a pastor should think through when a church member dies
(13:55) Logistics for a funeral
(16:16) Essential elements of a funeral
(20:00) What a pastor should think through when a stranger dies
(23:02) Should a pastor be paid for conducting a funeral?
(24:58) Conducting a funeral for a person who committed suicide
(29:24) Conducting a funeral for a child
(33:40) Final Word and Prayer