Funeral Teas at Fraserburgh URC

Funeral TeasFraserburgh United Reformed

Church

In brief…

•The church provide light refreshments for the family following a funeral

•Funeral normally held in church but not always

Background•Been going for about 8-10 years•Initially a way to raise funds for the church

•Take place in the hall adjoining the church

Process•Contacted by the Undertaker•Contact volunteers•Order food from local bakers •Prepare the hall•Serve refreshments•Clear up

What works?

•Dedicated table linen and silk flower arrangements

•Allocation of helpers to serve tables•Separate helpers working in the kitchen

What else?

•Hospitality to family before the service•Teas available immediately after the service

•Food boxed and offered to the family

What is going on?

•Support for family•Chance to speak to wider community•Reminder that the church is there•Help keep costs down•A ‘dry’ alternative

Is it mission?

•Caring through action•Give of time to help others