Mourner's bench a minister. In keeping with the doctrine of the mortification of the flesh, penitents do not kneel on kneeler cushions but instead kneel on the floor. Today many, but not all, Methodist churches supplant the mourners' bench with chancel rails, where Methodists (as well as other evangelical Christians) receive Holy Communion, in addition to experiencing the New Birth, repenting of their sins, and praying. Mourner's bench The mourners' bench, also known as the mercy seat, in Methodist and other evangelical Protestant churches is a bench located in front of the chancel. The practice was instituted by John Wesley, the founder
Like Humans Do love human beings despite their failings, by taking a "Martian's perspective" on humanity and trying to accept them for what they are. The song was written by David Byrne and arranged by Thom Bell, with string and horn contracting by Sandra Park. Like Humans Do "Like Humans Do" is the fourth track from David Byrne's 2001 album "Look into the Eyeball" and was also released as a single that year. The radio edit version of the song (which omits the line referring to cannabis) was selected by Microsoft as the sample music for Windows XP to demonstrate the new Windows