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Non-Denominational Funeral Order of Service & Funeral Planning Guide

Plan a meaningful non-denominational funeral or celebration of life with confidence using this funeral order of service guide, sample funeral program layout, and printable planning worksheet.

Free Non-Denominational Funeral Planning Worksheet • Sample Order of Service Layout • Readings, Music, Speakers & Service Details

Download the worksheet, review the sample order of service, and use the copy-and-paste layout to help organize your loved one's funeral program.

Example Non-DenominationalĀ Funeral Program Order of ServiceĀ 

This sample layout shows how a traditional non-denominational funeral service might appear when inserted into a funeral program.

Typical elements may include:

  • Welcome
  • Opening Prayer or Reflection
  • Opening Song
  • Scripture or Inspirational Reading
  • Obituary Reading
  • Life Tribute
  • Special Music
  • Message of Hope
  • Family Memories
  • Closing Prayer
  • Closing Song

Every family is different, and non-denominational services offer the flexibility to personalize readings, music, speakers, and special tributes in a way that best celebrates your loved one's life.

Free Non-DenominationalĀ Funeral Planning Worksheet

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Free printable non-denominational funeral planning worksheet including order of service planning, readings, music, speaker planning, and celebration of life guidance.

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What's Included in theĀ Non-DenominationalĀ Funeral Planning Worksheet

  • Funeral planning checklist
  • Order of service worksheet
  • Suggested service layout
  • Reading selection guidance
  • Music planning section
  • Family speaker planning
  • Celebration of life planning notes
  • Printable PDF format

Copy-and-PasteĀ Non-DenominationalĀ Order of Service Example

To use this sample, highlight the text below and copy it into your funeral program template, Word document, Canva design, or other memorial program layout. Replace the sample names, readings, music selections, and service details with your own choices to create a personalized funeral program for your loved one.

Tip: If formatting transfers when copying, use "Keep Text Only" when pasting into Word or Canva.

Welcome: Pastor Michael Anderson

Opening Prayer

Opening Song: "Amazing Grace"

Scripture Reading: John 14:1–6 — Read by Daniel Chen (Son)

Obituary Reading: Michael Chen (Brother)

Life Tribute: Mia Chen (Daughter)

Special Music: "Because He Lives" — Sarah Kim

Message of Hope: Pastor Michael Anderson

Family Memories

  • Daniel Chen (Son)
  • Mia Chen (Daughter)

Closing Prayer

Closing Song: "It Is Well With My Soul"

Funeral Program Templates

Select a category below to browse funeral program templates for men, women, or children.
Every template is fully editable in Canva and ready to personalize in minutes.

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ā€œRose, IĀ cannot thank you enough for your kindness, professionalism, and support during an incredibly difficult time for our family. We are deeply grateful for your sensitivity and skill. Thank you for making such a difference when we needed it most.ā€

— Charlene

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Helpful Resources

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Each of these freeĀ resources was created to make a difficultĀ time a little lighter — with templates, guidance, and love to help you preserve your loved one’s memory with grace.