The phrase refers to a digital document, typically in Portable Document Format (PDF), outlining the order of worship and specific readings used during the concluding portion of a funeral or memorial service within the Lutheran tradition. This phase, the committal, occurs at the graveside or cremation site and signifies the final entrustment of the deceased to God.
Such resources provide structure and guidance for pastors, families, and congregants during a sensitive time. Utilizing these documents ensures consistency with Lutheran liturgical practices and theological understanding regarding death and resurrection. Historically, the development of standardized committal rites reflects the Lutheran emphasis on clear, biblically-based liturgy accessible to all.
