Religious Funerals

Suggested Prayers of the Faithful

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Let us pray for those who care for the sick and housebound. We give thanks for the skills and the commitment of doctors, nurses and carers. May they continue to reflect the compassion and healing of God who is made known to us in Christ.
Lord, hear us.All: Lord, graciously hear us.

Let us pray for all who mourn. May their tears be wiped away,
and may their mourning be turned into joy.
Lord, hear us. All: Lord, graciously hear us.

Let us remember and pray for those who do not have access to basic health care, adequate food or shelter. We give thanks for our blessings and pray that the ways of justice and peace may prevail throughout the world.
Lord, hear us. All: Lord, graciously hear us.

Let us pray for N… May God receive them kindly, with generosity and forgiveness, and the rewards of their faith. May they continue to inspire us, to intercede for us, and be there at the end to welcome us, in our turn, into eternal life.
Lord, hear us. All: Lord, graciously hear us.

Let us give thanks for the love which N… showed during their life. May they know the perfection and fulfilment of that love in heaven. Lord, hear us. All: Lord, graciously hear us.

N… showed much love for others in this life; may they now experience the loving mercy of God.
Lord, hear us. All: Lord, graciously hear us.

For those who nursed N… in his/her illness, that all of them will be rewarded for their gentleness and care.
Lord, hear us. All: Lord, graciously hear us.

Let us pray for the family, relatives and friends who will miss N........., that they may find strength and consolation in their faith and in the love and support of this community.
Lord, hear us.All: Lord, graciously hear us.

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