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“When a community is declining, does it always make sense to expend energy in order to prolong it just a few years more?"
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Funerals: Homilist Resources
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We Sang for My Father: The Funeral Liturgy as Community Prayer by Peter GilmourMy father lived 96 and a half years despite ill health. More...
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Guide to Remembrances of the Dead in the Funeral Liturgy ("Eulogies") More...
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"How mighty is the hand that can turn a page of history!" More...
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Death and Mourning Customs by Sean ReynoldsAs the church in the United States becomes more and more diverse, it becomes increasingly important to be familiar with the cultures of the various people who call this country and the Catholic Church home. More...
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It is natural to turn to God at times of crisis and great mystery, and death presents the greatest mystery of all... More...
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On this mountain the lord of hosts will provide for all peoples... More...
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Advice for Funeral Homilists by Frank GaughanGiving a homily at a funeral service is, at best, difficult. So many emotions, so many expectations, so much hurt and pain hoping for an answer... More...
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DOs and DON'Ts for Funeral Homilists by Alice CamilleDON'T squander the homily time eulogizing the deceased...DO embrace the homily as another opportunity to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ More...
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How to Write a Eulogy: A Final Gift to a Loved One by Carol DeChant
