St. Stephen's, Richmond, invites you to join them for "Our
Long Journey Home: Caring for Others through the Seasons of Death," a
presentation by Dr. Thomas G. Long on Monday, June 26. Dr. Long is
co-author of The Good Funeral and author of The Witness of Preaching; Accompany Them with Singing: The Christian Funeral, and other books. He
is Bandy Professor of Preaching Emeritus and Director of the Early
Career Pastoral Leadership Program at Candler School of Theology, Emory
University, Atlanta Ga.
Dr. Long has been named one of the 25 most influential preachers in America. He will explore the shifting landscape of American death practices; look at some myths and misunderstandings that surround death; examine the best roles of funeral directors, hospice personnel, clergy, and others who minister to the dying and to mourners after death; and lift up the true value and purposes of a funeral.
Dr. Long has been named one of the 25 most influential preachers in America. He will explore the shifting landscape of American death practices; look at some myths and misunderstandings that surround death; examine the best roles of funeral directors, hospice personnel, clergy, and others who minister to the dying and to mourners after death; and lift up the true value and purposes of a funeral.
This event, presented by Bliley Funeral Homes and held at St.
Stephen's Episcopal Church (6000 Grove Avenue, Richmond) is geared
toward clergy and pastoral care staff and begins with refreshments at
3:30. Dr. Long's talk will begin at 4:00. There will be time for a
Q&A session before we adjourn at 6:00 p.m. There is no cost to
attend, but registration is required. Click here for a flyer you can share. Register here.
