Funerals and Memorial Services

The sanctuary of First Church Natick has been a place where families and friends have gathered for generations to remember and celebrate the life of a loved one, but families may also choose a funeral home for the location of the ceremony. In either case, our pastors meet with the family to plan a personalized service that is often an opportunity for laughter and tears to mix. Family members or friends are also welcome to share memories or a reading as part of the service. At the church, organ or piano music often helps to frame the gathering. Soloists or instrumentalists may be available. The church has a Bose CD player on which it is possible to play recorded music.

The funeral home has a wide range of recorded music available. Most often the funeral director will initiate the process when a death is unexpected but if you would like to meet beforehand to discuss planning either for yourself or a loved one, we would welcome the opportunity. While we are delighted to welcome clergy from other denominations or traditions to participate in a funeral or memorial service, one of the pastors of First Church must officiate for a service held in our sanctuary.

Please contact the church office at admin@firstchurchnatick.org for more information.