This service may be used as a simple prayer service, as a memorial service, or as a funeral service, if the remains are to be present. Some families will want nothing more than prayers at the hospital. Others will find the presence of family, friends, and members of the congregation to be a source of great comfort in their time of loss. Parents should be invited to choose what would be most helpful to them, including where the service will be held, in the hospital, at home, or in the church.

Pastor: Names have great meaning for us. God's only Child was named "Jesus,' meaning 'salvation." He was the way of eternal life and the sign of God's great love for us. Psalm 139 tells us that before we were born, God knew us, as well. We name this child today so that we will remember what he/she has meant to us.

The guidelines inside were crafted whilte Saint Andrews was still an L.C.A. congregation and has served them well since then. They are presently in the process of updating this and will provide us with an updated copy when it is completed.

Here is a tool that can be used in a service of commendation of a child, miscarriage and stillbirth.