Category Archives: Charis’ Blog

How to Plan a Memorial Service in Melbourne: A Guide to Venues, Catering, and More Planning a memorial service is a deeply personal and often emotional task, but it can also be an opportunity to celebrate and honor the life of a loved one. Melbourne offers a variety of venues, catering options, and services to […]

Music plays a significant role in setting the tone for a funeral service, offering comfort, reflection, and even celebration of a loved one’s life. Whether through heartfelt lyrics, spiritual hymns, or melodies that evoke cherished memories, the right song can provide solace during such emotional times. 1. Classical Music Classical music can bring an air […]

Music has long been woven into the fabric of human experience, offering comfort, connection, and expression during some of life’s most emotional moments. One such moment where the significance of music truly shines is during a funeral service. At a time when words often fall short, the right song can evoke memories, honour the life […]

Funeral services have long been a space for reflection, remembrance, and honouring the life of a loved one who has passed. Among the various symbolic rituals used to provide comfort and connection during these ceremonies, one stands out as especially poignant: the lighting of candles. This simple, yet deeply meaningful act has been a part […]

How to Write a Meaningful Eulogy for a Funeral. Writing a eulogy can be both an honour and a challenge. You’re tasked with summing up a person’s life and character in just a few minutes, making it both personal and heartfelt while providing comfort to those in mourning. To help guide you through this process, […]

When planning or attending a funeral, you might encounter the terms “personal tribute” and “eulogy,” both integral to honouring the life of the deceased. Although often used interchangeably, these elements have distinct roles in a funeral service. Understanding the difference between a personal tribute and a eulogy can help create a more meaningful and respectful […]

“Little Snowdrop” by Unknown The world may never notice If a Snowdrop doesn’t bloom, Or even pause to wonder If the petals fall too soon. But every life that ever forms, Or ever comes to be, Touches the world in some small way For all eternity. The little one we longed for Was swiftly here […]

“Grandfather Kept a Garden” by Unknown Our Grandfather kept a garden, A garden of the heart; He planted all the good things That gave our lives their start. He turned us to the sunshine And encouraged us to dream, Fostering and nurturing The seeds of self-esteem. “My Grandfather” by Unknown You had a heart of […]

“A Wonderful Grandmother” by Unknown We had a wonderful grandmother, One who never really grew old; Her smile was made of sunshine, And her heart was solid gold. Her eyes were as bright as shining stars, And in her cheeks fair roses you see. We had a wonderful grandmother, And that’s the way it will […]

A funeral is an emotionally charged event, a time when people gather to mourn, celebrate, and honour a loved one who has passed away. At the centre of this ceremony often stands a funeral celebrant, someone whose role is to guide the family and friends through the memorial in a personal, meaningful, and reflective way. […]