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		<title>I See Dead People … Just Not As Often</title>
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			<title>Chaplain Morgan says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-720</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Arising Glory says: 'Jesus said, "I am the Resurrection and the Life." Take that out of a funeral and it's a sad one for sure!' You've got that right. My experience in doing countless funerals is that there is a huge difference in a funeral for someone who obviously loved the Lord, and someone who didn't. You can literally feel it in the air. The "hope" that the Bible speaks of gives life and comfort to those who believe.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Chaplain Morgan</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 07:41:34 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Merly says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-682</link>
			<description><![CDATA[AMEN my sister!!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Merly</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2009 16:05:46 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Al Silvestri says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-670</link>
			<description><![CDATA[I don't find it too surprising that the Cremation Association of North America would have findings of fewer funerals not asking for a minister. I think that those opting for cremation (not all) are probably less likely to have affiliation with the Church, but burning a body may be seen as improper for many affiliated with the Church. As for the family lead funerals, I would be curious to know how many of the family members leading the funeral are part of the body of Christ, because every member of the body of Christ is a minister; hence the statistics would again be changed.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Al Silvestri</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2009 05:29:22 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Sunshine 7 says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-660</link>
			<description><![CDATA[When my Mother passed away, I asked her pastor to give a salvation message as there would be many there who only attend church for funerals & weddings. He did & three or four people raised their hand for salvation & he prayed for them. I am thankful that he was not afraid of who he might "offend", as I certainly did not care. Jesus offended many. My Mother loved the Lord and wanted all of her family & friends to come to know Jesus.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sunshine 7</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 18:18:56 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Michele says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-659</link>
			<description><![CDATA[It's a problem that Catholics think they will be scolded- death and the Mass of the Resurrection is one of the many times that the Catholic Church welcomes and cares for those who have been away. Along with weddings and Baptisms, it is one of the best times, because most Catholic Churches and priests especially are tender and thoughtful and welcoming to those who grieve. My parish does a lot more funerals than weddings, and it is so true for us. So many people call the parish office for 'last rites' and find a God who loves them and welcomes them in their final hours. And the family finds a God and Church who also loves them and reaches out to them where they are at that time. The Catholic Church has an extensive and wonderful way to pray for our beloved dead; why not take advantage of it?]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Michele</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 18:03:38 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Charles2810 says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-649</link>
			<description><![CDATA[People can be saved anywhere - but only one way. Out Lord tells us the He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. NO ONE gets to God without Him. (John 14:6) For many - a funeral is a time of sadness and despair They need to meet Jesus there. A believer's funeral is a joyus celebration.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Charles2810</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:05:19 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Lyle says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-642</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Interesting the Sojourner knows what people want at a funeral. I guess the folks who have asked me to speak at funerals and memorials where the exception rather than the rule. I'm not a pastor or preacher by profession, but they asked me because they KNEW that the Gospel would be spoken. Our job as survivors is to celebrate the lives of those who have passed before us and rejoice in the fact that they reside in eternity with the Lord - IF they were believers. And, it is our responsibility as believers to share the Good News anytime; anyplace we can do so in a loving way. If the pastor/preacher is worth his weight in salt he will deliver the truth in a way that will not belittle the grieving process or demean the one who is being memorialized. If someone attending is offended by the truth then I suspect that they needed to hear it more than the others who were glad to hear of the things of God.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Lyle</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:27:25 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Arising Glory says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-639</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Jesus said, "I am the Resurrection and the Life." Take that out of a funeral and it's a sad one for sure!]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Arising Glory</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:07:42 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Angela werk says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-633</link>
			<description><![CDATA[who has been to a funeral and never questioned there own mortality? Most grieving at a funeral - even those just paying 'respects' to the family are wanting some truth to get into a doubting heart. I believe that even as dreadful as funerals can be - i believe many go wanting to hear a message that they can think on. Many of us carry baggage all our life, death reminds us of how short life really is - how baggage can rob us from Joy or Peace. EVERYONE wants to have Hope inwardly but have many outward obstacles to overcome to reach out. Pride is the biggest. To go to a funeral is accepted in the eyes of peers, only the really brave can just go to a church service to learn more - many need a crutch. Going to a funeral and rolling your eyes at the salvation message is expected outwardly - but inwardly seeds are planted. Some plant seeds, some water - BUT GOD brings the increase.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Angela werk</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:44:12 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Sojourner Truth says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-631</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Idea: Say something nice and noncommittal about the dead person and the family. Keep your ideas about where he/she spends eternity to yourself. You don't know who is or isn't saved, anyway. Don't give an "invitation," please. It's not God people want out of funerals, it's the preachers.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sojourner Truth</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:32:53 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Sojourner Truth says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-629</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Angela, your last sentence is a major reason why many people, including church-going Christians, do not want a preacher at a funeral. The preacher has a captive, grieving, respectful audience. All too often, he considers this prime time to "preach the Gospel." Everyone present may not agree with his personal version of the Gospel. Families don't want to risk the embarrassment a thoughtless preacher can throw into the mix. Friends are grateful not to be forced to sit through a sermon. They can all receive "hope" and "assurance," etc. without a preacher, thank God. People can be saved anywhere.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Sojourner Truth</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:25:59 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Izzy Herriette &amp; Co says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-628</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Just another "step" in shutting God out of our nation! As a former pastor, I can attest to the difficulty in being a minister officiating a funeral where not "one" is desiring to hear the gospel message. It's a challenge to know how to officiate one who's passed on, knowing that they didn't know or didn't want to know the Lord prior to their passing on.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Izzy Herriette &amp; Co</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:25:06 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Terry Morgan says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-627</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Angela made a good point. Funeral services are not for the dead, but for the living. Many people have gotten away from the idea of having a safe place for corporate grieving of their loss. Even though believers have gone home to be with Jesus, there is a loss for those left behind. The funeral service is an opportunity to grieve that loss, and allows friends and loved ones the opportunity to comfort those who have lost a loved one.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Terry Morgan</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:23:34 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Angela werk says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-618</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Funerals for believers are never for the deceased person but those left to figure things out. They are the ones that need Hope and Assurance of a Loving God, and a Rescuing Savior. Removing the message at a funeral is even more sad than the loss of the person. Sometimes a funeral is the only church some will get a chance to meet Jesus.]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Angela werk</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:43:50 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Trudy Levo says:</title>
			<link>http://ministrytodaymag.com/index.php/ministry-news/18608-i-see-dead-people-just-not-as-often#comment-615</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Oh my!! You left out an important element in this story - many Christians have made their peace with our precious Lord Jesus before going home to heaven and therefore see no reason for people looking at a dead body and wailing over them. They are already in the presence of the Lord if they are believers. Incidently, I am a minister In Jesus, Trudy]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Trudy Levo</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:28:03 +0000</pubDate>
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