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# Do Clergy Increase End-of-life Costs of Care?
By [Rev. Beth Long-Higgins, VP of Engagement and director of the Center for Abundant Aging](https://blog.unitedchurchhomes.org/author/rev-beth-long-higgins) • September 11, 2017
When a loved one is challenged with a significant health crisis we request prayers for healing—just listen to the prayer requests on Sunday mornings. We want those who are struggling with health is…
Source: *[Do Clergy Increase End-of-life Costs of Care? | Vital Signs and Statistics](https://carducc.wordpress.com/2017/09/11/do-clergy-increase-end-of-life-costs-of-care/)*
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