First published in 2008, The Funeral Celebrant’s Handbook book has become the trusted companion for qualified celebrants, church leaders and celebrants-in-training across Australia and beyond: the most informative work ever produced for existing and aspiring funeral aspirants. It covers every aspect of a service, beginning at the time of initial contact and the first meeting with the bereaved, right through to the service itself. In this book you will also find a varied collection of readings, poems and sample eulogies for each type of funeral service, as well as advice about conducting memorial services and funeral services with a difference. Following the success of The Funeral Celebrants Handbook Barry H Young was asked to write a companion volume offering choices of poems, prose and prayers to assist practising and aspiring funeral celebrants when planning a funeral. Saying Farewell to Those We Love begins with meaningful, relevant and heartfelt openings and proceeds logically through to the Committal and Benediction. There are passages suitable for funeral ceremonies for the elderly, middle-aged, teenagers, babies, tragic occurrences, suicides and the lonely; those who cut themselves off from society; those without family and those affected by illnesses and drugs. It provides tributes from husbands and wives, from sons and daughters, grandchildren and for those who have served in the forces. With its wealth of inspirational choices of readings it has also become a treasured handbook for celebrants.
