A eulogy is a speech delivered in tribute to someone who has died. Usually presented during a funeral service, a eulogy is an opportunity to farewell a loved one by sharing stories and reflections in their honour.
A eulogy is essentially a way of saying farewell to a person who has passed away by expressing and sharing thoughts, feelings and experiences that honour and respect the deceased. They can be written in many different ways depending on the person and the circumstances.
A eulogy is the speech given at a funeral.
The eulogy itself is typically given by a close family member, friend or a minister. There's no reason why two people cannot deliver the eulogy, or in some cases, it may be more appropriate to open the eulogies to all attendees.
General Funeral Condolences Messages
“I was heartbroken to learn of [Name]'s passing. Praying for you and your family that you may find a way to heal.” “You and your family are in my heart on my mind. My condolences on the passing of [Name].”
Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, by dying has destroyed our death, and by rising, restored our life. Your Holy Spirit, our comforter, speaks for us in groans too deep for words. Come alongside your people, remind them of your eternal presence and give them your comfort and strength. Amen.
We know that you call us, and help us to grow, may we share your love, wherever we go. Amen. May God bless you and take care of you; May God be kind and gracious to you; May God look on you with favor and give you peace. Farewell Friend: May God go with you as you leave this place.
These three powerful morning prayers are the prayers of thanksgiving, the Lord's Prayer, and the prayer of Jabez. Jesus taught his disciples how to pray, the Bible tells us to enter his gates with thanksgiving, and Jabez prayed to God and God granted him his request.
If you're unsure how to end your eulogy, finish with a simple goodbye, or a thank you for the memories you shared. You might choose to use traditional phrases like 'rest in peace' or 'sleep well'. Or you can use something less formal, like a greeting or joke you used to share with the person who has died.
Use specifics in your goodbye message
It's meaningful to use specific memories to craft your message. Consider the first time you met a loved one or a funny inside joke you want them to always remember. Are you writing a letter to a younger person? Include any advice you want them to keep in mind throughout their life.
You should approach it in the way that's most comfortable for you and those around you, so find a moment free of stress or tension. To ease your family into the conversation, try talking about the funeral of someone you know, a funeral you've been to, or one you've seen on TV or the news.
There is no shame in being emotional at a funeral, people won't remember that you were upset, they will remember that you had the strength and courage to come forward and share beautiful memories of your loved ones life.
Aside from a formal eulogy, there are many opportunities to speak at a funeral. Many people say prayers, recite poems, or tell stories about the person who died. If there are any special readings or anecdotes that you'd like to have shared at the funeral, think about whom you would like to deliver those.
We've defined the primary types of prayer: supplication, thanksgiving, adoration, confession, and intercession.
Our Father, Who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
“Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you. 2 For you granted him authority over all people that he might give eternal life to all those you have given him. 3 Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.
Closing Prayer for Blessing
Lord God, thank you for your abundant love and care for us. Thank you for forgiving our sins, even for the sins we do not realize we commit. Lord, please fill us with your wisdom and your compassion for others. May you bless us with your never-ending love.