Prayer Cards for Funeral Services That Feel Like a Real Tribute

Most orders print and ship within 2-3 business days from our facility in Des Moines, Iowa. That timeline usually works even when a service is scheduled within a week, since funerals are typically planned five to ten days out from a death. We'd still recommend ordering as soon as you have a photo and the basic details finalized, since shipping time on top of production adds a day or two depending on your location. If you're working with an especially tight timeline, reach out before ordering so we can talk through what's realistic. We've helped families hit same-week deadlines before, but we're honest when something isn't going to make it in time. It's better to know that upfront than to be surprised on the day of the service. We'd rather set expectations correctly than promise something we can't deliver.

Yes, in most cases, though the final print quality depends on the resolution of what you send us. Older scanned photos, phone screenshots of printed pictures, and slightly blurry candid shots can still work fine on a card, especially since these are typically viewed at close range rather than blown up large. If a photo is extremely low resolution or heavily pixelated, we'll usually flag that during production so you're not surprised by the result. We'd rather tell you upfront if something won't print cleanly than send out a card that doesn't do the photo justice. If you have multiple photo options, sending a couple of choices gives us room to pick the one that'll translate best onto the card. When in doubt, a slightly higher-resolution image is always the safer choice.

Funeral homes typically use a print vendor chosen for speed and cost, which usually means thin paper stock, limited template options, and very little room for personalization beyond a name and a verse. Our cards are printed on premium card stock originally built for collectible sports cards, so they hold up far better over time in a wallet, purse, or frame. You also get full control over the photo, layout, and wording rather than picking from three funeral home templates. On top of that, every card ships with a free magnetic case included at no extra cost, which most funeral homes don't offer at all. Many families choose to order directly through us instead of, or in addition to, whatever the funeral home provides. It gives you a backup option and often a noticeably better final product for a comparable price.

A common approach is ordering slightly more than your expected guest count, since some people take an extra card for a relative who couldn't attend. For a service expecting 100 guests, ordering 120 to 150 cards gives you a reasonable buffer without excessive leftover stock. If you're unsure of turnout, it's easier and faster to reorder a small additional batch later than to guess too high upfront, since reprints ship just as quickly as the original order. Some families also order a smaller batch specifically for out-of-town relatives who couldn't make the service but still want a keepsake. There's no strict rule here — it really depends on the size of the gathering and how the family wants to distribute them afterward. We can also help estimate quantity if you give us a rough guest count.

Absolutely, and this is one of the most requested customizations we handle. You can include a scripture verse, a favorite poem, a short personal message, or even a line the person was known for saying. Some families keep it traditional with a standard prayer or verse, while others prefer something less formal that reflects the person's personality more directly. There's no length restriction built into the template beyond basic readability, so a few sentences typically fit comfortably alongside the photo and name. If you're not sure what to include, we're happy to share layout examples so you can see how much text realistically fits well on the card. The goal is always legibility first — a beautiful message that's too small to read defeats the purpose. We'll flag it if your text is running long before it goes to print.

Yes, we offer templates suited to both. Traditional religious layouts work well for church funerals, Masses, and services where a verse or prayer is expected as part of the card. We also offer more neutral, photo-forward templates for celebration-of-life events or families who want the card to feel personal rather than explicitly religious. You're not locked into one style just because you're ordering a memorial card — the layout should match the tone of the actual service and the person being honored. If you're unsure which template fits best, describing the service to us briefly usually makes the choice pretty clear. We'd rather steer you toward the right look than have you order something that feels mismatched once it's printed and in hand.