two counties. After the funeral, the hearse carries the casket to the cemetery for a reading from the Bible; perhaps a hymn is read (rather than sung) and the Lord's Prayer is recited. The Amish usually, but not always, choose Amish cemeteries, and purchase gravestones that are uniform, modest, and plain; in recent years, these have been inscribed in English. The bodies of both men and women are dressed in white clothing by family members of the same sex, with women in the white cape and apron of their wedding outfit. After a funeral, the community gathers together to share a meal. References External links A Beachy Amish Mennonite information website Pilgrim Ministry: Beachy Amish churches Amish Protestant worship and liturgy