Planning a Service for Your Loved One

Losing a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences. At Red Deer Lake United Church, we are her to support you - with compassion, care, and faith - as you plan a meaningful service that honors your loved one’s life.

When a Loved One is Ill

If someone in your family is seriously ill, please reach out to us.
Our Minister is available to visit and pray with your loved one and family — at home, in hospital, or in hospice.

Grief Support

Grief is a journey that takes time. You don’t have to walk it alone.
Our Minister and Congregational Care Team are available to offer support and resources in the weeks and months following a loss. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you or someone you know is in need of care or connection.. Please do not hesitate to reach out for grief support.

About the Service

Whether you call it a funeral, memorial, or celebration of life, each service is an opportunity to mourn and to celebrate — to express your grief and love, and to give thanks for the life that touched yours.

There’s no single “right” way to hold a service. Our role is to help you create something that feels authentic, healing, and spiritually meaningful.

Planning the Service

Many families choose to hold the service in their regular place of worship, while others find a funeral home chapel better suited to their needs.

At Red Deer Lake United Church, services are led by our Minister and may include:

• Personal tributes or readings from family and friends

• Scripture readings and a brief message (homily)

• Meaningful music and hymns

We’ll work closely with you to plan every detail so that, on the day of the service, you can focus on remembering your loved one — not on logistics.

To assist you is a guide for planning.

The Funeral Home

Funeral homes can offer guidance and comfort in the immediate days following a death. Their staff can help with the many decisions you’ll need to make.
Please contact the funeral home of your choice — and know that we’re happy to work alongside them to coordinate your service and support your family’s needs.

The Reception

If you would like to host a reception at the church following the service, our team can help with arrangements. We’ll discuss these details during the planning meetings with you.

Flowers and Memorial Gifts

Flowers are a beautiful way to honor a loved one and show care for their family. After the service, families often share floral arrangements with care facilities or hospitals. Flowers left in the sanctuary will remain for Sunday worship.

You may also choose to make a memorial gift to Red Deer Lake United Church in your loved one’s name — a meaningful way to continue their legacy through the ongoing work of the church.

Interment

Our Minister is available to preside over interment services at a cemetery or memorial site for the burial of a casket, urn, or ashes. This often takes place on the same day or after the funeral or memorial service.

Cost & Arrangements

For information on fees, please contact the church office:
📞 (403) 256-3181
📧 office@reddeerlakeuc.com

Fees can be paid online or by cheque made payable to Red Deer Lake United Church. Prices are subject to change.

Funeral/Memorial enquiry

Please complete the form below if you would like to make arrangements for a funeral or memorial service at Red Deer Lake United Church.