Death in a Jehova's Witness Members Family?

My boyfriends co-worker is a Jehova%26#039;s witness. A family member of hers died. Is it appropriate to send flowers or give her a sympathy card?

Death in a Jehova%26#039;s Witness Members Family?
Yes.





Incidentally, there are no particular rituals involved in Jehovah%26#039;s Witness funerals, cremations, or burials. All specifics are decided by the family of the deceased, or the deceased himself by means of will.





Of course, Jehovah%26#039;s Witness funerals are not as depressed as those with no hope.


...(1 Thessalonians 4:13) Moreover, brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant concerning those who are sleeping in death; that you may not sorrow just as the rest also do who have no hope.





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Reply:Sure. When my Dad died, I appreciated all kind gestures. I have a relative who sent me a Christmas card, I explained things to him, but appreciated the loving gesture.
Reply:Absolutely...either is appropriate. The only thing is that we dont believe the cross is a Christian symbol, so flowers in that shape would probably not be a good idea.





When my uncle died, my job sent flowers to the Kingdom Hall at which his memorial service was held.
Reply:There nothing wrong with that, I%26#039;m sure it will be greatly appreciated, i know Jehovah%26#039;s witness. Just mention your condolences and you can send flowers, and on the card don%26#039;t mention anything religious being that we have different views on death as most people do, we believe in the hope to see our loved ones that have died again. So that would be good to do just sending a card or flowers or even both.
Reply:Yes, is always appropriate to send cards, flowers. Just be considerate of the persons religious beliefs. Best to stay away from the %26quot;Christian%26quot; themed cards, as the Witnesses beliefs are a bit different. Go with a general sorry for your loss, and add a personal note....also, try thinking of sending a plant instead of flowers.
Reply:With the JWs in my family, we usually send a card and a nice dessert or casserole. When everyone gets together, it%26#039;s a nice thing for them to have something ready to serve so that the family doesn%26#039;t feel more stressed.
Reply:Both flowers and food baskets are fine, according to the Jehovah Witnesses%26#039; Office of Public Information. However, when sending flowers or a sympathy card, be sure to avoid a religious theme.



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