Life Passages at Central
We are delighted to work with members and friends of Central at key moments in your life. That may include baptism into the church, preparing for marriage, or the proclamation of new life in a funeral or memorial service. Contact us for more information.
This page of downloadable files provides planning resources for the people of God as we gather for worship to mark the significant occasions in our lives. The course of the Christian life is marked by a variety of passages, although the primary passage is made in the waters of baptism. Once a life of faith is begun through holy baptism, no subsequent passage is made alone. All the times and occasions of life are accompanied by the presence of God made known in Jesus Christ and by the community that he creates. Resources for the major life passages of baptism, marriage, and funerals are found below, though additional resources for other life passages will be added here over time.
Baptism
- Forthcoming baptism festival dates (.pdf)
- Baptism handbook for parents and sponsors (.pdf)
- Guidance for baptism planning for Central members and their families (.pdf)
Funeral
- Funeral planning worksheet
- Guidance for funeral planning for Central members and their families (.pdf)
- List of suggested Scripture readings for Christian funerals (.pdf)
- List of suggested hymns and guidance for music for Christian funerals (.pdf)
- List of suggested funeral lunch meal menus (.pdf)
- Worship service outline for a funeral (body or ashes) (.pdf)
- Worship service outline for a memorial (ashes or no body) (.pdf)
- Worship service outline for a graveside-only service (.pdf)
- Selection of funeral service folder covers (.pdf)
Central owns several grave sites, which are available for purchase.
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Wedding
Planning a wedding at Central Lutheran Church
Other Life Passages
Blessing of a Home
Prayers for Life Passages
If you have any questions or for more information, please contact Jeni Hill at 612-767-9203
333 South Twelfth Street
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Infoline: 612-767-9101
Main line: 612-870-4416