Latter-day Saint (LDS) Funeral Order of Service & Funeral Planning Guide
Plan a meaningful Latter-day Saint (LDS) funeral service with confidence using this funeral order of service guide, sample funeral program layout, and printable planning worksheet. Designed for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, this guide helps families organize a respectful and Christ-centered funeral service.
Free LDS Funeral Planning Worksheet ā¢ Sample Latter-day Saint Order of Service Layout ā¢ Hymns, Speakers, Prayers & 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 Latter-day Saint Funeral Order of Service Layout
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This sample layout shows how an LDS funeral service may appear when inserted into a funeral program. Families in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints may personalize the order of service while following local customs and the guidance of their bishop or branch president.
Typical elements may include:
- Conducting Leader (Bishop or Counselor)
- Opening Hymn
- Opening Prayer
- Plan of Salvation Message
- Life Sketch
- Family Speakers
- Musical Number
- Closing Remarks
- Closing Hymn
- Closing Prayer
- Dedication of the Grave
Every Latter-day Saint funeral is unique, and families may personalize hymns, speakers, musical selections, and service details while honoring the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and local ward traditions.
Free LDS Funeral Planning Worksheet
Download PDFFree printable LDS funeral planning worksheet including order of service planning, hymns, speakers, prayers, and funeral service guidance for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
What's Included in theĀ LDS Funeral Planning Worksheet
- Funeral planning checklist
- Order of service worksheet
- Suggested LDS service layout
- Hymn planning section
- Speaker planning guide
- Musical number planning
- Dedication of the grave planning notes
- Printable PDF format
Copy-and-Paste LDS Funeral 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, hymns, and service details with your own selections to create a personalized Latter-day Saint funeral program Funeral Mass program for your loved one.
Tip: If formatting transfers when copying, use "Keep Text Only" when pasting into Word or Canva.
Conducting: Bishop Andrew Peterson
Opening Hymn: "I Know That My Redeemer Lives"
Opening Prayer: Lynn Smith
Plan of Salvation: Robert Smith
Life Sketch: Emma Wilson (Daughter)
Speaker: Noah Wilson (Son)
Musical Number: Ashley Drummond
Speaker: Sister Karen Jensen (Family Friend)
Closing Remarks: Bishop Andrew Peterson
Closing Hymn: "God Be with You Till We Meet Again"
Closing Prayer: Daniel Redd
Dedication of the Grave
Whether you're planning an LDS funeral, a Latter-day Saint memorial service, or a funeral for a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, this free worksheet can help you organize the order of service with confidence.
Funeral Program Templates
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Where to Begin When Youāre Not Sure How
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