The Evolution of a Eulogist: A Helpful Guide for Conducting Your First Funeral

This material provides guidance for the individual who is called upon to lead in a funeral service. It is especially beneficial to anyone doing their first service or has very little experience in conducting a funeral. From over twenty-five years of doing services this format will assist in the gathering and forming of vital materials into a personalized service. There are suggestions for Scriptures along with bullet points and examples to assist you in knowing what to ask as you gather personal information for the creation of a eulogy and then share a funeral message.

Thomas Hensley graduated from Kentucky Christian College and then Huntington College, finishing with a Master's in Christian Ministry. He has served in churches in Ohio, Indiana, Georgia and Florida for the past forty plus years. He has served at Union Park Christian Church in Orlando, Florida for the past 18 years. He is married to Marge and their grown children are Renee, Jason and Scott and grandchildren include Kaela, Brandon and Aubrey.