Visiting the Venue
When attending a funeral service, it is best to arrive 15-20 minutes before to account for traffic, parking, and getting seated. The funeral home or church may have designated parking areas, and it's a good idea to check with the funeral director or a notice on the parking lot for any specific instructions.

Signing the Register
Upon arrival, you will often find a guest book where you can record your name and write a message for the family. This is a beautiful way to honor the deceased. Be sure to sign your name and offer a considerate comment, such as condolences or fond moments.

Directories and Seating Arrangements
Ushers, usually appointed by the church, will help show you to your seat and often provide a program. The seating arrangement may be influenced by the host. But in most cases, family members or close friends of the deceased will be seated near the front.

The Service Begins
The funeral service typically begins with a ceremonial procession, led by the pallbearers carrying the casket, followed by the family and other dignitaries. The officiant, usually a funeral director, will welcome everyone and begin the service. The liturgical order may include:

an invocation or a reading
Eulogies or tributes from family members, friends, or 直葬 札幌 loved ones
Music or songs that were significant to the deceased
Readings from scriptures or other meaningful texts
A biographical sketch or life story of the deceased
A final message or farewell by the officiant

Tributes and Eulogies
Tributes and eulogies are an forum for loved ones to share thoughts. These can be uplifting or sentimental, and bring comfort to those who are grieving.