The inevitable end of life is the exception to this list, as it is a sad and harsh moment. Here the focus is on the bereaved family, who face the trauma of loss. Death equals us all. In these ceremonies, we create a dignified ritual of release and farewell. Judaism offers a clear set of rituals for such moments, performed by the Rabbi and the family.
Make a BookingFuneral, Consecration of a Grave, or Memorial Service
A main element of pastoral work is accompanying families in significant moments of transition. Life cycle events are the time and place when the community acknowledges the shift happening in one’s life—becoming a parent, an adult, a new family, constructing a new home, and finally, departing from a beloved one.
All rituals are based on Hebrew Scriptures and traditions, blended with local traditions and the wishes of the family. Thus, each such ceremony is special and singular.
