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Any anthology is a product of its editor’s decisions. In “ 100 Great Catholic Poems ” (Word on Fire, $34.95), editor Sally ...

"In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes," wrote Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the ...

Alana Jackson, who scooped the Gilded Balloon's So You Think You’re Funny? Award for newcomers to comedy, described the 'electric' atmosphere of the after funeral celebrations.

Celtic blessings are the perfect way to describe the dark element of this Irish festival and we hope that this poem and blessing will bring you a very spooky but happy Halloween. The ancient ...

Sometimes, people are stuck for words when death is around, but the Irish always have a saying or some wisdom to fill the void. When it comes to death, the Irish really know how to deliver a ...

An Auckland funeral director accused of misconduct with human remains is allowed to keep her name secret after her first court appearance. The woman has also been accused of taking $15,002 by ...

And it’s important to remember the reality into which we will speak our prayers. Consider Psalm 121:1-2. In the ESV translation, it begins, “I lift my eyes up to the hills.” Notice the “h ...

‘I am deeply sorry for the pain and sorrow this has caused’ - Tipene Speaking about the police investigation in August, Francis Tipene said: “Tipene Funerals’ first and foremost concern ...

It’s a good idea to email it to the vicar or minister ahead of time so that they can make links into other parts of the service, like the prayers ... way of taking part in the funeral service, and ...