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Thomes G. Long, One of America's most trusted and thoughtful pulpit voices, provides a much needed theological and cultural critique of today's Christian Funesral. Long begins by describing how the christian funeral developed historically, theologically, and Liturgically and then discusses recent cultural trends in funeral practices, including the rise in number of cremations and memorial services. He describes the basic pattern from a funeral service, details options in funeral planning,identifies characteristics of a ''good funeral'' and provides thoughtful guidance for preaching at a funeral.  | 
