A family remembrance for a pet, for Muslim families

A family remembrance, not a religious rite

Time together to share stories about your pet. This isn't a funeral or a religious rite, and it has no prayers, recitation or religious gestures. You can skip any part of it. About 10 minutes.

The order of steps

1. Coming togetherRead this or use your own words.

   We're together to remember [your pet's name], who our family cared for.

   Source: Written for Bridgeside

2. Stories about your petShare how they came into your family and the care you gave them. It's okay to be sad here, and funny stories are welcome too.
3. Words from the family (optional)Some Muslim scholars advise against prayer or recitation for an animal, and some families make their own. This gathering doesn't include any, and we don't provide any text. What you do is up to you, and anyone you trust to ask.
4. A kindness to other animals (optional)Some families donate to an animal shelter, or care for another animal. You can tell people your plan here, or skip this.
5. ClosingRead this or close in your own words.

   Thank you for being with us today.

   Source: Written for Bridgeside