This book features the new Presbyterian liturgy 'The Funeral: A Service of Witness to the Resurrection.' There is a new sermon for the funeral of one who completed suicide, plus a section of suggested readings on suicide. The music for funerals has been revised and supplemented. Appropriate Scripture passages are included.

A field manual for giving pastoral care to the sick. In addition to general hospital visitation information, special sections describe the emotional and spiritual needs of patients with a wide variety of illnesses and highlight the therapeutic value of using appropriate humor. Includes Scripture passages, prayers, and hospital service suggestions.

Rarely does an author have the opportunity to revise a book not once but twice. This edition contains the newest liturgies available from a variety of denominations, including the new Presbyterian marriage service. The bibliography of suggested resources contains some of the best books on preparing for marriage and working through issues in the first year of marriage, a strong emphasis of this manual.

Presents a transforming understanding of kingdom stewardship that considers not just money but several aspects of God's created order: time, physical resources, spiritual gifts, relationships, the gospel message, and life itself. This book also provides practical material for individual and group study.