Funeral professionals and others interested in creating more meaningful, personalized funeral ceremonies will have an opportunity to become certified celebrants this fall when Connecticut hosts its first Certified Celebrant Training. The 2.5-day program, scheduled for Oct 13–15, 2026, in New Haven, will be hosted by Connecticut funeral director Matt Bailey…
Read MoreIs it hard to get families excited about the funeral arrangements you provide? When we use words that do not resonate with them — “traditional” or “service” or “church” or “chapel” — families will choose “direct cremation” or “direct burial.” But you can offer them another, more meaningful option. Glenda Stansbury (pictured at top) and…
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What families want from a funeral is changing, and how funeral directors guide them through those conversations must evolve, too. More than ever, families are looking for services that are personal, authentic and reflective of the life being honored. To help funeral professionals meet that moment with confidence and creativity,…
Read MoreLearn to cultivate an environment that grows and nurtures your employees! Glenda Stansbury and Brent Patterson will provide the insight you need to succeed at CANA’s 105th Cremation Innovation Convention in Washington, D.C., Aug. 9-11, 2023. One of the most pressing issues in funeral service today is staffing. We’re facing…
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Osiris Software, a provider of funeral home, cemetery and crematory management software announced May 12 that it has acquired InSight Books and Certified Celebrants. “We are excited to be a part of Osiris Software and look forward to continuing to support funeral directors and cemeterians in the vital services they…
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