Mennonite

Question 1

Mennonite classification

Answer 1

• non-liturgical radical reformation
• Anabaptist, Swiss brethren
• marked by simplicity and modesty
• Menno Simmons is their founder
• no officiant title

Question 2

Clergy notification
Removal restrictions

Answer 2

Not required
no restrictions

Question 3

Preparation of remains

Dressing and casketing

Answer 3

No restrictions

Question 4

Mennonites funeral service

Answer 4

At church or funeral home
Processional is optional
Eulogy is permitted
Flowers accepted
Religious music played

Question 5

Mennonites committal service

Answer 5

Traditional
May choose to shovel dirt on casket if permitted.