What is a good prayer for a memorial service?
Dear Lord, We are so grateful that you have made us all in your own image, giving us gifts and talents with which to serve you. Thank you for [loved one’s name] life, and all the years we shared with him/her. We lift him/her to you today, in honour of the good we saw in him/her and the love we felt from him/her.
How do you pray for someone in hospice?
The following is a typical prayer I use with most hospice patients: “God, thank you for being with us right now. We confess that we don’t understand why things happen the way they do. We don’t understand why illness comes into our lives, but we do know that you walk every path of life with us.
What do you say at an annual memorial service?
Annual Memorial Service Ideas for Family & Friends
- Formal beginning (it can be as simple as, “let’s start”)
- Prayer.
- Song or hymn.
- Reading/Scripture/quote/poem.
- Eulogy.
- Recount important events.
- Share familiar and beloved stories.
- Share completely new ones (if possible/desirable)
What do you say at a celebration of life service?
What to Say at a Celebration of Life Service
- You set eternity in my heart.
- You are loved more than you’ll ever know – Romans 5:8.
- There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind – C.S. Lewis.
- Hope is the only thing stronger than fear.
What is a good Bible verse for death?
“I tell you the truth, a time is coming and has now come when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God and those who hear will live.” “For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death.” “He will swallow up death forever. Then the Lord God will wipe away the tears from all faces.”
What do you pray when someone dies?
I commend you, my dear [name] to almighty God, and entrust you to your Creator. May you rest in the arms of the Lord who formed you from the dust of the earth. May holy Mary, the angels, and all the saints welcome you now that you have gone forth from this life.
What is a graveside prayer?
O God, by whose mercy the faithful departed find rest, bless this grave, and send your holy angel to watch over it. Lord, comfort those who mourn and sustain them with the hope of eternal life.
What do you say in a memorial message?
What to write in a sympathy card
- We are so sorry for your loss.
- Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
- Thinking of you in these difficult times.
- Our hearts go out to you and your family.
- We want you to know that we are here for you if you need anything.
- With heartfelt condolences.
How do you announce a memorial service?
Please join us for a memorial service to celebrate the life of [name]. We will gather together on [date and time] at [location and address] to remember our wonderful friend who will be greatly missed. Please bring your fondest memories of [name] to share with family and friends.
What are some opening prayers for a funeral?
Here are some good opening prayers for the funeral of your loved one, and will help you with the grieving process. Healing Prayer. Jesus, let your presence manifest in this place. As we gather here to mourn our beloved, [name], may you bring healing into our hearts. Be our alpha and omega in this funeral service.
How can I pray for grief and mourning?
The following prayer and/or other intercessions may be used. God of all consolation, in your unending love and mercy you turn the darkness of death into the dawn of new life. Show compassion to your people in their sorrow. Be our refuge and our strength to lift us from the darkness of grief to the peace and light of your presence.
How do you pray when someone dies?
Let your light shine upon our hearts, that we may be able to give our last respects lovingly. Let your grace be upon each individual that is in this place. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen. God of all grace, we thank you for giving your Son, Jesus, to overcome death. We rejoice that you have opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.
What do you say at a funeral service?
Fill this funeral service with your presence. Let your light shine upon our hearts, that we may be able to give our last respects lovingly. Let your grace be upon each individual that is in this place. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen. God of all grace, we thank you for giving your Son, Jesus, to overcome death.