Preparing an Episcopal Funeral de Waal's meditations on Benedict's

de Waal's meditations on Benedict's words illuminate the wisdom of the Rule not only for those of Benedict's time

considered “bishop to the women” and leader of the movement that led to the ordination of women in the Episcopal Church

Frederick Buechner

life as a clergy spouse (her husband is bishop of Southwestern Virginia)

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Preparing an Episcopal Funeral de Waal's meditations on Benedict'sFuneral planning is one of the most challenging things a family or priest may ever do, whether it is honoring the death of a loved one or long time member of the congregation. This simple guide explains the Episcopal theology of celebrating a life alongside grief, while offering practical guidelines and forms for planning and arranging funerals. All content is in accordance to the Book of Common Prayer (1979) and approved liturgical supplementary