Chapter 1: The Protestant Funeral Rite - Liturgical

sanctuary

Liturgically, what is the part of the church that contains the altar (or, if there are several altars, the high alter); commonly, a holy or sacred place devoted to the worship of any deity; and historically, a place of refuge?

it is not necessary but is generally accepted practice and priests usually appreciate timely notification

Should you notify the clergy prior to or at the time of death within the Episcopal Church?

transepts

What are the wings of the main part of the church, which may serve as small chapels for baptisms, weddings, and even small funeral services?

The Lutheran Church

What church began in 1517 a a protest by a Roman Catholic Priest who refused to abide by certain demands of the Pope of the Catholic Church?

The Episcopal Church

What denomination retains all the ancient sacraments, creeds, and orders of the Catholic Church while rejecting the idea that the Bishop of Rome has authority over the Church?

Protestant

What denomination will have a prescribed order or form of worship that is centered around the main event of worship - the Eucharist?

Baptist, Methodist, Church of Christ, Episcopal, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Assembly of God, Church of God, and Nazarene

What denominations are the most often referred to in describing the Protestant traditions?

prayer, scripture reading, minister places sand or flower pedals in the sign of the cross

What does a Lutheran committal service usually consist of?

a prayer, a short scripture reading, the symbolic committal of the casketed remains to its final resting place, and the priest will often use sand or flower petals to make the sign of the cross on the closed casket

What does an Episcopal committal service usually consist of?

scripture reading, prayer, the making of the sign of the cross on the casket with sand or flower petals, concluding with a benediction

What does the Liturgical Protestant committal service usually consist of?

Non-liturgical worship

What is a form or order of worship having the scriptures as the central element, with the actual order of worship determined by the local congregation or clergy?

Scripture - Centered Worship

What is a form or order of worship having the scriptures as the central element, with the actual order of worship determined by the local congregation or clergy?

Denomination

What is a religious organization whose congregations are united in their adherence to its beliefs and practices?

benediction

What is a ritual blessing offered at the conclusion of a service?

pall

What is a symbolic cloth covering placed on the casket representing both the righteousness of Christ bestowed at one's baptism and the equality of all men before God?

Anglican

What is a term origination from 1246 from the Latin term ecclesia anglicana (English Church)?

ecclesiastical

What is a term referring to the church or clergy?

parochial

What is a term that describes belonging to a parish; restricted to a parish, and limited in range or scope?

Acolyte

What is a term used to describe an altar attendant?

Protestant

What is a term used to describe any Western Christian who is not adherent to the Roman Catholic Church?

Book of Common Prayer

What is a text that contains recitations, prayers, and prescribed orders of worship in the Episcopal Church?

Synod

What is an ecclesiastic assembly, made up of bishops or delegates to assist in Church government?

altar

What is an elevated place or structure on which sacrifices are offered or at which religious rites are performed; the table from which Holy Communion is served and prayers are offered?

ecumenical

What is an epithet applied to a council regarded as representing the whole of Christendom?

Autocephalous

What is another term for self-governing?

crucifer

What is someone who carries the processional cross in an ecclesiastical procession?

officiant

What is someone who conducts a religious service or ceremony?

chancel

What is the area around the altar of the church that usually encloses the clergy and other officials?

"church" with a lowercase c refers either to a facility of worship or a local congregation, while the capitalized word "Church" refers to the adherents of a particular faith as a whole group

What is the difference between "church" and "Church?"

vestibule

What is the entryway to the church proper known as?

narthex

What is the entryway to the church proper?

the cross or crucifix

What is the focal point of a Liturgical Protestant Church layout that is centered on the altar or immediately above the altar?

it is built in the shape of a cross

What is the layout of the worship facility of Liturgical Protestant Churches?

the Gospel Lectern and the minister delivering sermons

What is the lectern located on the LEFT side (as the congregation faces the altar) typically designated as and what is it used for?

the Epistle Lectern and is usually used to perform readings and prayers

What is the lectern located on the RIGHT side (as the congregation faces the altar) typically designated as and what is it used for?

gospel side

What is the left side of the church (as the congregation faces the alter), from which sermons are preached?

nave

What is the main body of the church where seating is provided?

crucifer, bishop or priest, casket bearers, pall-covered casket, and family

What is the order of procession into the church at the beginning of the Episcopal funeral service?

Liturgical Worship

What is the prescribed order of form of worship used by some churches in which the Eucharist or Holy Communion is the central element?

Eucharist - Centered Worship

What is the prescribed order or form of worship used by some churches in which the Eucharist or Holy Communion is the central element?

epistle side

What is the right side of the church (as the congregation faces the altar), from which readings and prayers are often proclaimed?

1789

When was the Episcopal Church formed in the United States?

the Catholic tradition (314 C.E)

Where does the Episcopal Church have its roots?

no, the Liturgical Protestant Church places no mandates on the method or extent to which the deceased's remains should be prepared prior to disposition

Are there any mandates on the preparation of the remains in the Liturgical Protestant Church?

no, there are no restrictions based on church doctrine

Are there any restrictions as to the removal of remains in the Liturgical Protestant denomination?

no, the choice of clothing to be worn and the casket is chosen by the family

Are there any written doctrinal preferences among the Liturgical Protestant Church regarding funeral dress or casket regulations?

no, however, members of the clergy or certain orders of the Episcopal Church may prefer to use their ritual vestments

Are there restrictions as to the type of clothing or casket to be used for a member of the Episcopal Church?

no, however, there may be restrictions for certain members of the clergy (bishops, priests, or deacons) or for different orders

Are there restrictions in regards to the removal of remains of lay members of the Episcopal Church?

yes and no, churches will have varied local, cultural, and personal preferences as to the ministerial notification

Does the funeral director have to notify the clergy within the Liturgical Protestant denomination?

crucifer, officiant, member of funeral home staff, the casket, casket bearers, another funeral home staff member, and the family

During the Liturgical Protestant Church funeral service, what is the processional and recessional into and out of the church?

either parallel or at right angles to the altar

How will the casket be positioned during a Lutheran funeral service?

in the narthex of the church

If a pall is being used during the service, where will it be removed from the casket?

no, members accept interment, entombment, and cremation

In regards to preparation of the remains, are there guidelines to follow within the Episcopal Church?

The Book of Common Prayer

In the Episcopal Church, where can the order of worship be found?

Extreme Unction

In the Episcopal faith, what is the use of oil, holy water, or hands to bless those who are in danger of losing life?

the transepts or wings

In the Liturgical Protestant Church layout, what do the crossbars form?

no, clothing and casket selection is entirely left up to the family

In the Lutheran Church, are there any special requirements in regards to dressing and casketing the remains?

no, this is usually based on the choices made by the family

In the Lutheran church, are there any restrictions imposed on the preparations of remains?

no, there are no restrictions

In the Lutheran church, are there restrictions in regards to the removal of remains?

unless otherwise expressed by a local pastor, no it is not necessary (the family's relationship with the church and/or pastor will often determine the point at which the pastor is notified)

In the Lutheran church, is it necessary to notify the local pastor when a death occurs?

no, however, is is permitted by the Evangelical Church in America

Is cremation widely accepted in the Lutheran church?

the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Today, the largest body of Lutherans with approximately 5.9 million members belongs to whom?

false, flowers are NOT generally displayed when the funeral is held in the church

True or false? Flowers are generally displayed when the funeral is held in the Episcopal Church?

rubrics

What are printed or stated directions regarding church practices and procedures as approved by religious leadership?

vestments

What are ritual garments worn by the clergy?

Martin Luther

Who founded the Lutheran Church in 1517 and started the Protestant movement?

King Henry VIII (1534 C.E.)

Who separated the Anglicans from the Catholic Pope?

is is considered the "prerogative of God to judge and commend"

Why is a eulogy usually not given during an Episcopal funeral service?