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Blvd.Oakland,Ca.94621  \nA Message from Our Pastor  \nMost assuredly,the death of a loved one brings grief and sorrowto us all.When we love others,we experience pain when theysuffer and grief when they enter the ultimate passage that wecall death.However,as Christians,our grief is not an experienceof defeat or futility,for we know“to live is Christ,and to die isgain”(Philippians 1:21).Our faith teaches that the human bodyis an earthly tent,a temporary residence,and if the earthly tentwe live in is destroyed,we have a building from God,an eternalhouse in heaven,not built by human hands(2 Corinthians 5:1).Therefore,let us remember the assuring words of our Lord,\"Blessed are those who mourn,for they will be comforted\"(Matthew 5:4).As you make final arrangements for your lovedone,we offer this guide to assist in planning for the Celebrationof Life Service.We are committed to helping you coordinate andexperience a service to honor your loved one and Jesus Christ.May God the Father,our Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Spiritcomfort you as you engage this process.  \nReverend Dr.Jacqueline A.Thompson,Senior Pastor  \n# Planning Guide\n\nThe Allen Temple Bereavement Ministry is available to assist you.This guide outlines the planning steps for the Celebration of LifeService and Repast.It is the policy of Allen Temple Baptist Churchto support its members who have lost a loved one and to supportthe families in need.Please note that Allen Temple provides funeralservices for those as indicated below:  \nMembers of Allen Temple Baptist Church.The husband,wife,child,father,mother,foster child,the legal guardian of a foster child,orfamily member residing in the same household of a member ofAllen Temple Baptist Church.  \n# Celebration of Life Service\n\nThe Celebration of Life Service is held in the sanctuary.It is aworship service intended to thank God for the life and legacy ofthe deceased and support the family.As such,the service includesmusic,prayer,fond remembrances,and a message of faith.  \n## Step I:Notification of Bereavement\n\nWhen loved ones are called home to Glory,please notify yourassigned Deacon.If you do not know your assigned Deacon,please contact the Church office at one of the following numbersor email us.  \nChurch Office:510-544-8910  \nCongregational Care:510-544-8915  \nBereavement Ministry:510-544-8929  \nEmail:info@allen-temple.org  \n## Step 2:Contact Bereavement Ministry Team\n\nUpon notification,the Bereavement Ministry Team members serveas first responders on behalf of the Pastor and the Church byextending condolences and praying with the family.Immediately,a Funeral Coordinator will be assigned to the family.  \nThe Funeral Coordinator will refer the family member to the AllenTemple Pastoral Team,Family Deacon,and the grief minister asneeded.  \n## Step 3:Family Meeting with the Funeral Coordinator\n\nThe Funeral Coordinator will meet with the family to plan theCelebration of Service and coordinate other ministry services.  \nPlease identify for the Funeral Coordinator the legal\"next of kin.\"or designated family spokesperson.The Funeral Coordinatorwill meet with the designated person to avoid conflictinginstructions and information.  \nThe Funeral Coordinator is prepared to guide the family throughoutthis process and will ask pertinent questions or request informationto ensure excellence in planning and execution.  \nFunerals are generally held on Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday orFriday of any given week.(Exceptions will depend on staff availabilityand extenuating circumstances)Please consider several options forthe date of the Service,The Funeral Coordinator will consult withthe Events Coordinator to ensure the availability of the church,other campus venues,and ministry staff.  \n## Step 4:Draft of the Celebration Program\n\nThe Funeral Coordinator will provide a template(copy enclosedfor your use in creating the Celebration 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