We are working on revising the booklet Resources in Preparation for Dying, Death, and Burial from the Orthodox Church in America website. This booklet was prepared by a local Orthodox parish within the specific legal framework of Oregon. Our revision will take account of Ontario and wider Canadian law.

The volume of Resources in Preparation for Dying, Death, and Burial includes the following topics:

• Dealing with Death — Alive in Christ
• Burial Practices of the Byzantines
• The Priest’s Participation
• Care and Preparation of the Body
• Funeral Guidelines of the Orthodox Church in America
• Why We Pray for the Dead
• The Descent Into Hell
• Practical Considerations: Communications—Starting to Talk About End-of-Life Concerns and Wishes
• Discussing Your Own End-of-Life Wishes
• Advance Directives (Oregon/Washington)
• Healthcare Options for Those with Life-Threatening or Terminal Conditions
• The Time of Physical Dying
• Resources
• Modified Checklist for Emergency Record Guide

Also relevant are the following two booklets:

• A Gift for My Loved Ones (advanced care directives)
• Another Gift for My Loved Ones (funeral and burial instructions)