Shepherding Souls or to families of the

or to families of the deceased immediately after a death

What are the key questions and issues that need to be addressed

EfM’s executive director Kevin Goodman summarizes

" What does this mean at the literal level

Addresses “belonging before believing” and other new patterns for remaking congregations

Shepherding Souls or to families of theA complete resource for the theology, liturgy, and practice of the pastoral offices. This easy to use resource for clergy and lay liturgical leaders examines baptism, confirmation, marriage, reconciliation of the penitent, ministration to the sick, and burial, offering background and guidance for each liturgy. Each chapter begins with brief historical and theological contexts, followed by a discussion of pastoral and liturgical issues relevant to each