At the Burial of a Child
O God, whose beloved Son took children into his arms and blessed them: Give us grace to entrust N. to your never‑ failing care and love, and bring us all to your heavenly kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Celebrant may add the following prayer
Most merciful God, whose wisdom is beyond our understanding: Deal graciously with NN. in their grief. Surround them with your love, that they may not be overwhelmed by their loss, but have confidence in your goodness, and strength to meet the days to come; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The people sit.
One or more of the following passages from Holy Scripture is read. If there is to be a Communion, a passage from the Gospel always concludes the Readings.
The Liturgy of the Word
From the Old Testament
Isaiah 25:6‑9 (He will swallow up death for ever)
Isaiah 61:1‑3 (To comfort those who mourn)
Lamentations 3:22‑26,31‑33 (The Lord is good to those who wait for him)
Wisdom 3:1‑5, 9 (The souls of the righteous are in the hands of God)
Job 19:21‑27a (I know that my Redeemer lives)
A suitable psalm, hymn, or canticle may follow. The following Psalms are appropriate: 42:1‑7, 46, 90:1‑12, 121, 130, 139:1‑11.
494Burial II
