Rivers Posted March 20, 2014 Posted March 20, 2014 (edited) I've heard people say that the church frowns upon cremation. Is this true? I have never heard or read anything from an official church source on this topic. Does anybody know of any statements from the church about cremation? I don't see why it would be a big deal myself. Edited March 20, 2014 by Rivers
Duncan Posted March 20, 2014 Posted March 20, 2014 I don't think the Church encourages it but it's up to the family. I don't see a problem with it either. Christ can raise someone from the dead regardless of how or when they died. Plus cremation is cheaper!!!!
Coreyb Posted March 20, 2014 Posted March 20, 2014 The Church does not normally encourage cremation. The family of the deceased must decide whether the body should be cremated, taking into account any laws governing burial or cremation. In some countries, the law requires cremation. Where possible, the body of a deceased member who has been endowed should be dressed in temple clothing when it is cremated. A funeral service may be held. Handbook 2 pg. 193
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