"In Accompany Them with Singing--The Christian Funeral Thomas G. Long, one of Americas most trusted and thoughtful pulpit voices, provides a much needed theological and cultural critique of todays Christian funeral. Long begins by describing how the Christian funeral developed historically, theologically, and liturgically and then discusses recent cultural trends in funeral practices. Long argues that the proper Christian funeral should be constructed...

"La hojarasca narra la historia de Macondode 1903 a 1928. Esta historia se cuenta en los monologos de tres personajes de una misma familia; un viejo coronel Isabel, su hija; y el hijo de Isabel. Los tres meditan y recuerdan junto al cadaver de un amigo de la familia, un medico taciturno y misterioso que se ha suicidado. Macondo muestra y revela por primera vez su atmosfera de epidemias, maravillas y catastrofes."--

The Funeral is written for funeral professionals, discussing the value of the funeral, developing consulting skills and new approaches to the rituals of funeral service. Included are solutions which can transform your firm. A facilitator's guide is included in the back of the book which includes discussion questions matched to the chapters. Ideal for individual funeral professionals or for use in training situations.

"A guide to plan Catholic funeral rites, on short notice or in advance of death, according to the Order of Christian Funerals"--Provided by publisher.

"A comprehensive resource for conducting funerals, memorials, and graveside services in a convenient size that's easy to hold when officiating a funeral." -- Back cover