Accompany Them with Singing--The Christian Funeral

by Thomas G. Long

Book Overview

Thomas Long begins this fascinating volume by describing how the Christian funeral developed historically, theologically, and liturgically, and then discusses recent cultural trends in funeral practices, including the rise in both cremations and memorial services. He describes the basic pattern for a funeral service, details options in funeral planning, identifies characteristics of a "good funeral," and provides thoughtful guidance for preaching...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0664233198
• ISBN13: 9780664233198
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.5" x 9.3"