When someone you love dies, decisions must often be made quickly. In the midst of grief, families are asked to choose readings, prayers and hymns that will shape a final farewell.

Choosing Meaningful Funeral Readings, Prayers and Hymns is a clear and simplified guide for Catholic and Christian families who wish to make those decisions thoughtfully, without becoming overwhelmed.

Organised according to the order of a funeral service, this book offers carefully selected Scripture passages, psalms, Gospel readings, intercessions and music suggestions, with brief explanations to help families choose words that reflect faith, character and personal meaning.

Whether planning for a mother, father, child, teenager or adult - and whether the loss was sudden or followed illness - this guide provides calm direction during a difficult time.

The aim is not to complicate the process, but to steady it - so that each reading and hymn chosen feels both faithful and deeply personal.