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Mormon tradition and customs guide the follower during the time of loss by giving direction to the funeral, burial and mourning period. In this section, learn a basic understanding of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints as a religion, explore appropriate condolence gifts to send to those mourning, and gain a knowledge of Mormon burial and funeral customs and periods of mourning.

Understanding The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons)

traditions and customs guide followers during a time of loss

16 January 2015

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (the LDS church), or often simply called the Mormon Church, is a Christian denomination that considers itself to be the true restoration of the original church founded by Jesus Christ. The denomination has its headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah and has formed churches, called wards or branches, around the world.

Mormonism: What to Bring or Send

a thoughtful gift can express compassion and offer hope

21 January 2015

Because of the variety of traditions and customs associated with religions, it may be a challenge to know what condolence gift would be considered appropriate. The Latter Day Saints traditionally consider a variety of items as meaningful in expressing condolences to a grieving Mormon family.

Mormonism: Funeral & Burial Customs

services offer a way to show respect and provide support

21 January 2015

The Mormon funeral and burial traditions help to provide assurance and hope for the bereaved during their time of loss. The rituals of the religion take some of the burden of decision making off the family by outlining the preparation and procedures for the funeral and burial. The Latter Day Saints Church have funeral customs that blend the honor and respect of ceremony with the compassion and love of a grieving family.

Mormonism: Periods of Mourning

time spent showing respect and honor for the deceased

21 January 2015

The way that individuals mourn the loss of a loved one is a very personal expression of the type of relationship shared with the deceased. For many, processing through grief is a difficult experience, one that needs the support and strength from others. The Mormon periods of mourning attempt to blend the formal structure of religion with the caring compassion of a friend as it helps its members find comfort and hope.

Mormonism: Visiting the Cemetery

respects at the final resting place show honor and remembrance

21 January 2015

For many, an important part of the grieving process is visiting the cemetery and grave site of the loved one. The opportunity to visit the final resting place of the deceased demonstrates in a concrete way that the loved one has not been forgotten. In the Mormon faith and tradition, visiting the cemetery can be a concrete way to pay final respects for the deceased and support to the bereaved.

 

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