This is us...
Shunned at a Funeral is a neo-rock Christian band based in Southern Oregon, blending eclectic instrumentation and genre-crossing styles with a bold, sometimes harder-edged sound. Formed in 2023, the band is rooted in a passion for deep theological truth and lyrical storytelling that magnifies the glory of God. Each track is crafted not only to move the listener musically but to stir hearts toward worship, reflection, and biblical clarity.
Why the Name?
Years before the band formed, the founding member and creative force behind the group fell into sin. It was a painful, humbling time. And yet, in the midst of failure, the love of Christ was shown. His parents, friends, and spiritual mentors came alongside him—not with condemnation, but with the spirit of Galatians 6:1:
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“Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted.”
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They walked with him through repentance, reminding him of the cross and of the grace freely given to all who turn back to the Father. But not everyone chose restoration. Despite being professing believers, his brothers stopped speaking to him. Even at the funeral of their grandmother—who had long prayed that the family would be healed—they publicly shunned him.
The name Shunned at a Funeral was born from that day. But it is not a name of bitterness. It is a banner for grace. It reminds us that even when people hold grudges, our God does not. The same God who split the Red Sea and raised the dead also says:
“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” – 1 John 1:9
“All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by His grace.” – Romans 3:23–24​
We sing about redemption, forgiveness, and restoration because we’ve lived it. We've experienced the embrace of a Savior who runs to us when we’re still far off (Luke 15). We’ve also wept from the sting of those who, like the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18:21–35, have been forgiven much but refused to forgive little.
And yet, we forgive them.
Because grace is not something we hoard—it’s something we pass on.
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“For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” – Matthew 6:14
“But if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” – Matthew 6:15​
So if you're reading this and you're struggling—with shame, sin, broken relationships, or silence from people you once loved—please reach out to us. You are not alone. We mean it. Use the contact information. We will walk with you, just like others walked with us.
This band exists for soli Deo gloria—for the glory of God alone. And we believe with all our hearts that Grandma D would be proud today, not because we made music, but because we made much of the mercy of Jesus.
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From ruin, God brought beauty.
From silence, He gave us songs.
From being shunned… came grace.
And now, the funeral has become a beginning.
What We Believe
Statement of Faith
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We, the members of Shunned at a Funeral, firmly hold and joyfully declare these foundational truths as the heartbeat of our faith:
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God’s Sovereignty:
We believe in the one true and living God, sovereign Creator and Sustainer of all things, who reigns supremely over all creation, orchestrating all things according to His perfect, eternal plan for His glory and the good of His people.
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Scripture Alone:
We affirm the Bible as the inspired, infallible, and inerrant Word of God, fully sufficient and authoritative for all matters of faith, practice, and life. Scripture alone guides our understanding of truth and shapes our devotion.
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Christ Alone:
We proclaim Jesus Christ as fully God and fully man, born of a virgin, living a sinless life, dying on the cross as a substitutionary sacrifice for sin, rising physically and victoriously from the grave, and ascending into heaven where He reigns and intercedes for His church.
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Grace Alone, Faith Alone:
We declare that salvation is entirely by the sovereign grace of God, received through faith alone in Christ alone. Human works, merit, or efforts play no role in our justification, which is a gracious gift from God.
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To the Glory of God Alone:
We live, serve, and worship for the glory of God alone. The proclamation of the gospel to all nations, peoples, and tongues is central to our calling, seeking the advancement of Christ’s Kingdom through faithful witness and discipleship.
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The Return of Christ and Final Judgment:
We confidently await the personal, visible, and bodily return of the Lord Jesus Christ, who will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead. On that day, He will fully establish His righteous reign and usher in the promised new heavens and new earth, a place free from sin, suffering, and death.
We hold these truths with conviction and humility, desiring that our music, message, and lives reflect the profound depth of these foundational beliefs.
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