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 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.

Comfort us in our sorrows at the death of our brother (sister); let our faith be our consolation, and eternal life our  hope.