For our brother (sister) N., let us pray to our Lord Jesus Christ who said, “I am Resurrection and I am Life.”
Lord, you consoled Martha and Mary in their distress; draw near to us who mourn for N., and dry the tears of those who weep.
Hear us, Lord.
You wept at the grave of Lazarus, your friend; comfort us in our sorrow.
Hear us, Lord.
You raised the dead to life; give to our brother (sister) eternal life.
Hear us, Lord.
You promised paradise to the thief who repented; bring our brother (sister) to the joys of heaven.
Hear us, Lord.
Our brother (sister) was washed in Baptism and anointed with the Holy Spirit; give him fellowship with all your saints.
Hear us, Lord.
He was nourished with your Body and Blood; grant him a place at the table in your heavenly kingdom.
Hear us, Lord.
Comfort us in our sorrows at the death of our brother (sister); let our faith be our consolation, and eternal life our hope.
Silence may be kept.
The Celebrant concludes with one of the following or some other prayer
