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Sunday, September 13, 2015
A Service for Comforting the Bereaved From the Book of Common Worship
Contents
We Gather in God's Name
Sentences of Scripture
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our sorrows, so that we can comfort others in their sorrow, with the consolation we have received from God. (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
Prayer
Eternal God, our help in every time of trouble, send your Holy Spirit to comfort and strengthen us, that we may have hope of life eternal and trust in your goodness and mercy, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
We Hear God's Word
Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs
It Is Well With My Soul
Psalm 121
We Respond in Prayer
God our creator, your Holy Spirit prays for us even when we do not know how to pray. Send your Spirit to comfort us in our need and loss, and help us to commend Menchor to your merciful care; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession
Please stand when offering a prayer, so others will know you have the floor.
The Lord's Prayer
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
We Go in Peace
Closing Song
Ave Maria
Blessing
The Lord bless us, defend us from all evil, and bring us to everlasting life.
