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Included are meditations for a marriage when both parties have been divorced; a widowed, mature couple; a wedding in an outdoor setting; a formal wedding; and the marriage of a couple with a baby...and more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDerl Keefer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a graduate of Southern Nazarene University (B.A.) and Nazarene Theological Seminary (M.Div.), and is senior pastor of Three Rivers Church of the Nazarene in Three Rivers, Michigan. His sermons and articles have appeared in numerous clergy publications, and Keefer leads workshops and seminars on preaching and Sunday School ministry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCheryl Rohret\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e graduated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003esumma cum laude\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from Sterling College (B.A.) prior to earning the M.Div. degree from Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. 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Pastors are repeatedly called on to perform these ceremonies in an infinite variety of circumstances, yet there's no \"one-size-fits-all\" service, so it's a constant challenge to come up with meaningful and appropriate material that witnesses to the Lord's power. In this book an experienced minister shares a wealth of ideas that help you tailor services to individual needs, making these complicated occasions ones of impact and success for your ministry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Funeral And Wedding Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shows you how to ...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Deal with difficult funerals ... suicides, infants, non-Christians, and many more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Effectively comfort the hurting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Plan memorable weddings from premarital counseling to the recessional march\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Be prepared for the overlooked details and unexpected events that often arise during funeral and wedding services\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eRobert Blair's book stands alone as a comprehensive resource for both ministers and caregivers. Though systematic, the book is filled with examples from Blair's 40-plus years in the ministry, which makes the book dynamic, credible, and filled with wisdom. Underlying this work is Blair's humble, but all-encompassing devotion to Christ. An essential resource for all involved in funerals and weddings, this book is one of a kind.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMike Inman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChaplain, Hospice of Siouxland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSioux City, Iowa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eI have found Robert Blair's\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Funeral And Wedding Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eto be very helpful. It is well-written, informative, practical, and contemporary for today's minister. 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