We thank you Lord for the privilege of having Grandma in our lives . We pray that we may learn and follow her examples of love and kindness so that we too may grow closer to God . Lord , hear us .
Response : Lord , hear our prayer .
Grandma was open to God ’ s word and believed in Jesus ’ promise of eternal life . May she now experience the fulfilment of that promise to the resurrection of life . Lord , hear us .
Response : Lord , hear our prayer .
We pray for our family and friends during this difficult time , that the Lord may give us the comfort and strength through his ever guiding presence . Lord , hear us .
Response : Lord , hear our prayer .
For all of us assembled here to worship in faith , that we may be gathered together again in God ’ s Kingdom . Lord , hear us .
Response : Lord , hear our prayer .
For our deceased relatives and friends and for all who have helped us , that they may have the reward of their goodness . Lord , hear us .
Response : Lord , hear our prayer .
For those who have fallen asleep in the hope of rising again , that they may see God face to face . Lord , hear us .
Response : Lord , hear our prayer . Priest :
God , our shelter and our strength , you listen in love to the cry of your people : hear the prayers we offer for our departed brothers and sisters . Cleanse them of their sins and grant them the fullness of redemption . We ask this through Christ our Lord .
Response : Amen .