Harry Boonstra

The worship committee has a fine idea. Several other churches in the area have used an Advent wreath for years, and the committee thinks it's about time that John Knox Church does so as well. They construct the wreath, purchase candles in appropriate liturgical colors, and invite a family to read the Scripture and light the candle on the first Sunday of Advent.

Nashville: Abingdon, 1979. 94 pp. This resource is a I publication of the Sec-I tion on Worship of the United Methodist Church. "The Order of Service" appears as a special pamphlet and can be ordered in quantity. This Order includes a communion service and an "Order of Committal." The rest of the book consists of a discussion of the ministry of the church at death, extended commentary on the "Order of Service," and additional resources, including prayers and Scripture readings.

Andy Langford. Nashville: Discipleship Resources, 1989. 26 pp. This pamphlet is a brief version of the title above, intended as much for the family as for pastors. It does not contain the actual "Order of Service."

Eugene H. Peterson, Calvin Miller, and others. Waco, Texas: Word Books, 1987.176 pp. $10.95.

Fall, 1986. (To order, write 100 Wither-spoon Street, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202-1396). This special issue is devoted to funerals and provides many helpful insights.