These resources are designed for clergy and lay ministers in relation to funerals and bereavement.

A Church of England funeral is available to everyone, giving support before, during and after the service, for as long as it’s needed.

A Church of England-led funeral doesn’t have to be in a church building. We can be wherever you need us to be.

A Church of England funeral is available to everyone, giving support before, during and after the service, for as long as it’s needed.

Every Church of England funeral is unique. Here we guide you through the choices you can make for the service and offer some ideas too.

In 2019 about half a million people died in England from a whole range of causes.  Most of them would have had friends, colleagues, neighbours and family gather to show support, respect and love. Many would have had visitors in the days and weeks of a final illness, and been surrounded as they slipped from this world.

Some helpful information about what to expect when you go to a Church of England funeral.

An outline of churches awarded Conservation Report grants in June 2021

An outline of churches awarded Conservation Report grants in December 2021

Resource for church leaders on grief, bereavement and loss.