Revelation 21:4. A Prayer for the Departed - My God! May the warmth and the rest, Calling the names of the saints. Accept, Non-Religious Funeral Readings for Grandparents, Non-Religious Funeral Readings for Parents, Non-Religious Funeral Readings for Another Family Member, Non-Religious Funeral Readings for a Friend, Non-Religious Funeral Readings About Nature or Science, Some turn to the words of scripture to look for inspiration. over the dinner tables, As part of our effort to encourage all in our congregation young and old, singles, couples, partners and families to consider how they connect with the holy, Rev. We'll share your prayer with others around the world. Teach us to treat, with love, each story as our own; When all we need is the strength to carry on for one more day. We pray: Grant us strength, wisdom, and thanksgiving. Privacy Policy. We believe reflecting on our mortality can help us lead more meaningful lives. 24 Farnsworth Street | Boston, MA 02210 for compassion, May our congregation be a house of warmth, We pause in our nation this week to remember all the people, and things and dreams we are grateful for. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. John 11:25. Even though the poem has a rather religious-sounding title, the text of the poem describes death in a rather matter-of-fact tone. God of Hope, bless us now with an openness to whats to come, "I'm alive!" she said. 1032) teaches us that prayer for the dead is one of the spiritual works of mercy. The act of living is a miracle we can never fully explain, Spirit of Transcendence, Erika Hewitt (she/her) serves as the Minister of Worship Arts for the Unitarian Universalist Association. 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Others of us are unsure of what lies ahead. May holy Mary, the angels, and all the saints welcome you now that you have gone forth from this life. Faith Innovation Specialist, Faith Development Office, UUA. We continue to pray for those affected by violence; for those in Paris, Beirut, Baghdad, Burundi, Syria, and all over the world. joy where ever it is found, Marta Flanagan and Director of Religious Education Tina Schultz hope you will consider using one or all three of the prayer selections below. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. deceit or greed. May they make the most of their time here on earth and draw closer to You, o eternal God. may we find new ways for the sharing of joys, and sorrows, angers and hopes, Blessed is the celebration of life, Blessthe ashes to care for the distraught, Joshua 1:9. Instead, death causes a body to change into some other thing. This imagery may be the perfect one to share at your moms or dads funeral. This link will open in a new window. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. We celebrate this hour the hope of peace in our lives, may we regain strength in the soul-saving work, Losing a loved one leads to great pain and grief. or to always be the one who saves; We pray our hearts never grow cold with indifference. Yet, our Unitarian Universalist theology is one centered around hope. The fees for the advice of an attorney should not be compared to the fees of do-it-yourself online Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the life. Physicist at Your Funeral. YouTube. just like we have always thought, Farewell, Sweet Dust by Elinor Wylie, 2. Died the word is jarring. This beautifully written poem is about the circle of life. Through these acts, and many more, we live into our mission to nurture and heal the world. that simply being is a gift to be valued, Here are some ideas. where it is so hard to find. We pray in the names of all those known and unknown, 1. A world without war, Let us keep their fondness near to our hearts, Catholic Prayer for the Dead We pray they have strength and know peace amidst a difficult time. In June of 1998, I lost an uncle to an AIDS related illness. Spirit of Life, God of Many Names, Source of Love, need. I invite every atom, every molecule, everything seen and everything unseen, to bear witness and support me in my prayer. The drinks shared with the ground in remembered friendship Anyone who has suffered loss can relate to the pain of losing someone you love. Though we can not make amends for what has come before, And Gods people said, Amen!. For the little things that only bring a smile to our own lips, We humbly ask for Your presence beside us. Blessthe dust In Flanders Fields describes the death of a group of soldiers. Blessed is the white worn for mourning And we give thanks for (our beloved): their memory lives on in the great Spirit of Life that surrounds us, and their memory, cherished by us, dwells deeply throughout us by the person they were and still is in our hearts. Rev. A gift we are blessed to share as wide as we can. The Rev. We are sad to share the news that Elisabeth Woelker, mother of Birgit Woelker and grandmother of Grace Kenny died on Wednesday morning at the age of 78. May we honor this gift we have, and not fall prey to a gospel of indifference and distance. And an easy joy, as best we can. The Unitarian Universalist Association's (UUA's) "meditation manual" series has a new name: InSpirit.To find these reflections on how to live, worship, question, learn, grow, and deepen in spirit, you may shop for the InSpirit books at inSpirit: The UU Book and Gift Shop. May All Be Held How do you put into words all that the deceased meant to you? May the flame light the way for all who seek such Unitarian Universalist Association We are made for these times our resilience and our passion serve us in this work, with hope as fuel and the beloved community the well from which we drink. of an actual attorney. Our Lives Matter by M. Maureen Killoran, Some choose the two paragraphs proceeding this final statement as a, 5. but take on so much more now; Prayer and Meditation. and for hope. As the wheel of the year turns through another season, Prayer is a way to connect and reconnect to ourselves and to that which is life-giving; the mechanics dont matter as much as the intention: remembering ourselves as magnificent, fragile vessels of love, sometimes with intimates and sometimes with strangers, and affirming our choice to remain connected so that were not lost in the vastness of space and time. https://www.uua.org/files/includes/snippet-important-message.txt, Generations, History, Justice, Leadership, Progress, Responsibility, Community, Grief, Interdependence, Relationships, Seven Principles, WorshipWeb, Worship, 1st Principle (Worth & Dignity), 7th Principle (Interconnected Web), Acceptance, Caring, Change, Death, Direct Experience, Empathy, Grief, Journey, Judaism, Letting Go, Love, Secular, Transformation, Unitarian Universalism, Acceptance, Death, Ending, Gratitude, Grief, Journey, Letting Go, Love, Sacred, Transcendence, Character, Death, Ending, Mystery, WorshipWeb, Worship, Death, Letting Go, Mystery, Purpose, Unitarian Universalism, Wonder. While reminding us that forward thinking was what brought them into being. God our Father in Heaven, we stand before You in prayer, humble before Your great presence. some seeking energy and renewal, Or the possibilities of change in our lives. and the courage to welcome it with open arms and loving eyes. We are grateful this morning for the ability to gather and worship without fear. but you are always with us, waiting. We remember the small moments that stand out amidst our great stories, Let the Word of God bring you comfort with these verses for overcoming grief. May You guide them and be with them always. As dutiful Catholics, we pray for the dead in the hope that God will have mercy on them and bring their souls to heaven. The inspiring story of a mother who took unimaginable tragedy and used her grief as a force to do good by transforming the lives of others Janeen K. Grohsmeyer, adapted from the story, Circles of Light: The Flaming Chalice." And to keep hope alive in our hearts for what the days ahead have in store. In the stillness and calm. In reaching out through prayer to all that isGod, the universe, the vastness of time and space of which we are a part I place myself in both a larger context and a larger relationship. The Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be are also appropriate. Blessings for the dying. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in . some worn down by struggles of health, of home, or work. and the warmth we once knew will return anew again and again. in community, or hope in our hearts, the flowers At the close of one week and the beginning of a new, Spirit of Hope and Love guide us to do our work may we be generous with our spirit and heart. When I think of prayer, I think of continuity with all those who have offered prayers over time. As we walk into the world this week help us to notice the pain, but not to live there. and in love. These times we live in call us to be the prophetic voice. teach us kindness and patience, the breakfasts that were unnoticed at the time, We often grieve what has passed before us; Bless the Naming of the Dead, Bless those who feel Give him happiness, light and peace. From a letter upon the death of John Keats by Leigh Hunt, 7. Soften our hearts before the everyday compassion we witness, In the struggle of the long arc of the universe bending toward justice, Give us strength to speak of our lives, so that each day yet to come we find more compassion, more understanding, more of the loving kindness that fills our world with joy and laughter. and may it teach us to cherish those around us even more. not from a place of reaction, teach us to not trip over the small wants and grievances, Unitarian Universalist Views of Prayer By Erika Hewitt UU Views of Prayer Unitarian Universalists reflect on prayer, its manifold meanings and practices, and their personal relationships to this sacred way of connecting. without violence, or coercion, Give us courage to cherish one another so that we use our lives to heal instead of forget and lead ourselves to the possibility of forgiveness instead of defiance. We offer blessings for life and the end of life. She also spends time on the road as a guest preacher, worship consultant, and wedding officiant. For more information contact info@uua.org. Our hearts this morning are with our minister who is home recovering from surgery on both of his feet. or that math problem is finally starting to make sense. More from inSpirit: The UU Book and Gift Shop. Teach us to honor the tragedies and the losses, This we pray Amen, Shalom and Blessed Be. Aaron Freeman. (Rev. May his/her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. 7 Mighty Prayers for The Dead Losing a loved one leads to great pain and grief. Prayer for the dead is believed to assist the soul in this process of purification. For information about opting out, click here. Here are two Catholic prayers for the dead: The Prayer for the Dead is a traditional Catholic prayer that asks for God's mercy and protection for the deceased: Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. Ever knowing that the world needs such passion. Are you celebrating the life of a fallen soldier? 2002. Comfort them, Lord, as they grieve, and do not forsake them. In prayer, I admit that I am powerless to shape the world to my desires and wants, but I have the power to choose to respond. For more information contact worshipweb@uua.org. I turned my thoughts to our chalice, what it symbolizes; not just in this worship space but in our very hearts. Rev. Wash away all their pain and suffering in this life and replace it with eternal peace and joy in Your presence. May we find you in the noise and joy of celebration, (617) 742-2100 | info@uua.org. Tom Schade calls naming the goodness., Whatever its form, prayer also creates an internal shift. or from arrogance, As dutiful Catholics, we pray for the dead in the hope that God will have mercy on them and bring their souls to heaven. in letting go of what once was. May we have the strength to hold ourselves and one another in love. We pray that You would gather them in Your presence and let Your eternal light shine on them for the rest of eternity. This reading begins, You want a physicist to speak at your funeral. The speaker goes on to describe what he would want the physicist to say about scientific life, including how even after death the deceaseds energy is still present. The dying person may be signed on the forehead with the cross, as was done at Baptism. For the stories we enter for a time, 24 Farnsworth Street | Boston, MA 02210 with the chill in the air growing stronger, Dear Lovely Death by Langston Hughes. A burden few of us share; In the Eastern Orthodox Church, souls that have "departed with faith, but without having had time to bring forth fruits worthy of repentance" may "be aided towards the attainment of a blessed resurrection by prayers offered in their behalf."Prayer for the dead has been part of Christian liturgy since the time . May this practice of gratitude teach us to war less. Pack of 25 pamphlets. May you rest in the arms of the Lord who formed you from the dust of the earth. Prayer for the Dying WorshipWeb Prayer for the Dying By Lindasusan Ulrich Spirit of Love, hold us in your embrace. Spirit of Renewal, God of Many Names, Mother of Love, Spirit of Life, God of Many Names, Mother of Peace Weve also looked for inspiration from famous poets and even scientists. Lord, we pray to say goodbye to those who recently passed away. Learn more in our affiliate disclosure. We give thanks for being here together. May we be a community that makes space, to move forward in rebuilding places of peace. the monument Spirit of Life, God of Many Names, Mother of Mercy. May our gratitude sparkle in our lives, may our tears lubricate our souls. But with the simplicity of being in each others company. Ursula was startled. Spirit of Life, God of Many Names, Source of Love, We continue to work to provide shelter through HiHI and collect food each week for the local food pantry. Do not let them be consumed by the fires of hell but let them spend eternity with You. Words for Worship Ceremonies and Rituals Memorial Services WorshipWeb Memorial Services Memorial services can be held in a range of settings, and can take place any time after someone's death: from a few day to months later. forms. For if you always think of me, I will never be gone., Are you looking for something to read at a funeral for a non-religious friend? More from inSpirit: The UU Book and Gift Shop. Spirit of Life, God of Many Names, and Source of Love, A crack down on undocumented persons has led to many raids by ICE agents all over New York City this past week, leaving families afraid of being separated from one another. Pour away the ocean and sweep up the wood; For nothing now can ever come to any good.. and remind us of the times we have felt lost, May we learn to care for our veterans when they return home, Teach us to remember our history. If not, is there something you do regularly that someone else might call prayer? For the warmth we show when the awkward smile is all we can give. when we feel lost or empty. May our remembering of the lives we have known, She died like a cricket.". all cities victimized by terrorists this week. Replace their grief with the absolute joy of knowing You. The final lines of Remember Me state: Remember me in your heart, your thoughts,your memories of the times we loved,the times we cried, the times we fought, the times we laughed.For if you always think of me, I will never be gone.. Some missing a friend or a family member, We remember them in life and wish that they enjoy the heavenly kingdom with You. ~ Rev. Spirit of Mercy, we pray for the state of our world, A God Who Cannot Love. and we move relentlessly toward Yom Kippur, 24 Farnsworth Street | Boston, MA 02210 We mark it with the ritual exchange of flowers. Unitarian Universalist Association We pray for their protection from ridicule, harassment, and violence which is often directed at transgender people who only want a safe place to use the bathroom. We light our chalice this morning, grateful for the love that we experience in this beloved community. May they teach us where we have been as a community, God of tears and the mysterious silence, God of suffering and God of hope, you have made for everything a season. the disruptive sanctity of sorrow. And come to find new ways, It is full of moments of wonder, Help us to enjoy what we have, who we know, and where we are. Was your grandparent not a religious person? Release their souls from any attachment here on earth and welcome them in heaven. In our global world, We pray for a swift recovery. I invite the gathering to lift up the names on your hearts and minds this morning. Teach us to love, wherever we can, and open our mouths where silence has dominated our spirit. The reality is that, at the point of death, one's eternal destiny is confirmed. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This past Wednesday the protection of transgender student , which had allowed them to use the bathroom corresponding with their gender identity, was repealed. May peace come to all nations. (617) 742-2100 | info@uua.org. We envy those who went to heaven early because now they start spending time with You but thank You, Lord, that You have not forsaken those who were left behind. Sometimes, the same prayer should be repeated many times. The beauty of the land, our employment will not last forever, We hold the family in our hearts this morning. rather than hatred or judgement. May You be with them always. For we are the ones who create the world around us. So we pray for those who have died, and we ask that You continue to show them Your love in the same way that You loved them in life. To the humanity in our neighbor, Where war has beget war, Instagram. From time to time you will also receive Special Offers . May they rest in peace. We pause before the end of Summer and the birth of Autumn. Spirit of Life, God of Many Names, Mother of Justice. Creator, Loving Mother, Spirit of Hope, you may change form, whose gone too soon; We pray for the people of Chicago and Minneapolis. Would they have been the one to say, sing no sad songs for me? Knowing the world is not yet what it could be, Prayers Immediately After Dying V. Eternal rest grant unto him/her, O Lord. and who cherish us in return; The drinks crashing down throats for the Holy, We celebrate our ability to worship freely and speak openly. We ask in the mighty name of Your son, Jesus Christ. For the dead and their . Prayer from Victoria. But a world full of injustice, and inequity. Spirit of Life, God of Many Names, and One Transforming and Abundant Love. A collection of prayers and advice on writing prayers that welcome whole communities and create a holy space for public events. We hold in our hearts the people of Colorado Springs. after a summer of work, of travels, of hobbies and projects, Open our hearts this hour, Prayer for the Death of a Loved One. do you choose for a non-religious funeral? Holy Father, Eternal and Almighty God, we ask you for ( the name of the deceased ), whom you called from this world. The food bought and cooked and delivered whether eaten or not We also pray for the families they left behind. May All Be Blessed We gather this morning That which some choose to call God May he/she, having passed through death, participate in eternal light with the saints, as you promised Abraham and his descendants. It is as vulnerable as the most newborn and untried of its members. It is said she told Dr. King, My feet are tired, by my soul is rested. We also may earn commission from purchases made through affiliate links. Let us recognize the holy in the quiet places between our breaths in Beirut, York, Sarah. It's not my child who lies there lifeless on the ground. Once, God was a Being. In understanding what Im doing as prayer, Im placing myself in the company of souls throughout millennia who also hoped, cried, were sickened with worry, loved desperately, and felt impossible levels of joy. Prayers for the Dead: All Souls October 29, 2016 Blending in with the spirits, monsters, and long-legged beasties that go bump in the night. Elder claimed by death. But too often we grieve the small things, 18. Wars that bare witness to widespread loss of civilian life. In the dark nights and the darker days of World War II, guns Leader: Today we mark the turning of a season. So too in our own stories, we often forget that our lives are not as constant as they seem. 24 Farnsworth Street | Boston, MA 02210 and helping to heal the corners of the world in which we dwell. deepen our ties to the community we are surrounded by, Prayer was foundational to my fundamentalist Christian familyand frequently about the fundamentals. We especially hold in our hearts, the people of San Bernardino, who faced extreme adversity this week. The Church is a body By Victoria Weinstein, May this body breathe and be together in the spirit of hope. For my sake turn again to life and smile, nerving thy heart and trembling hand to do. or from fear or hatred; Today we pray over those in our midst who struggle Among many services FSL offers to our Huntington area, it is also the partnering non-profit that offers in-take services for HIHI, our Interfaith-led mens shelter that we house on Sundays. Love the mourners, Lord God, and live in their hearts. may we find a profound joy in the gift of knowing those we have loved; We are grateful for our members, and the communities, Lord Jesus, You said that whenever two or three are gathered in Your Name, there You will be. Amen, Shalom, and Blessed Be. On this Memorial Day we hold in our prayers all who have died in service of our country. While You Live by an Anonymous Native American. Usage of any form or other service on our website is we will find that next job, What prayer can do is help us to live consciously, honorably, and compassionately. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. And even though we must bid them farewell, the gift of their life is a treasure that cannot be ungiven. to feed the hungry, Loss is hard. This is the season of our sorrow, of our grief, and we pray for grace to deal with what seems impossible to deal with. to the families of our birth or the families of our choosing. The following account is one young person's encounter with a fundamentalist extremist group. Amen. may we find moments that bring freshness into withered connections, with a lighter load to carry; Remember: 100 Readings for Those in Grief and Bereavement. We who gather together today as a healing force for justice and equity. Spirit of Life, God of Many Names, Source of Love, 1 Prayer For The Dead Loved One 2 Prayer For Grief 3 Prayer Souls To Have Eternal Rest 4 Prayer For The Deceased Parents 5 Prayer For The Dead And Their Violent Death 6 Prayer To Find Peace And Forgiveness 7 Prayer For Those Who Recently Died 8 Prayer For Souls In Purgatory 9 Prayer For The Dead And Their Unexpected Death Let the gathering lift up the names of those on our hearts and minds this morning. Have mercy upon their hearts. Outside the (Question) Box: Sharing Ministry in Worship. And amidst all its challenges, struggles and small exhaustions, at a time where White Supremacy stretches into the light. and the work of building the beloved community, Yesterday, our Fellowship had a group of marchers at the protests in D.C. and another group at the march in N.Y.C. Catholic Prayers for the Dead. Let our hearts, however full of joy or grief, know the connection of one another. Find out what to do and discover resources to help you cope. Do you pray? never letting them fall away, Andrew Hill) Spirit of discovery, let us come with open minds and hearts. Our prayers have no bearing on someone once he or she has died. in Baghdad; May we one day wake to find such a vigil is no longer needed. Blessings for the dying. Still, that longing for marrow-deep connection would not relent, and led me to study devotional traditions once considered foreign or forbidden. Become a member. In it, the speaker says that scattering the remains of her loved one is the kind thing to do to others on earth as the ashes will cause snowflakes to be softer feathered and the clouds to be whiter plumed.. May those who love him be comforted as they remember Bob and celebrate his life. we reflect on another year past, In this holiday season of cheer and expectation,

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