Alternative Funeral Service - Yr Eglwys yng Nghymru

IX. A SERVICE AT HOME AFTER THE FUNERAL
This service may be adapted for use either immediately after the funeral or later. It may be
led by a friend or family member or by a minister.
AT THE DOOR
The minister may say
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The peace of God our heavenly Father, of Jesus Christ the source of peace, and of the Holy
Spirit the comforter, come upon this house and all who live here.
Open, O God, the door of this house; let your light shine here to drive away all darkness;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE WORD OF GOD
One or more of the following readings may be used:
John 14.1-3
Matthew 11.28-30
Philippians 3.20 - 4.1
Psalm 71.1-6, 17-18.
Psalm 126. 5-6.
Psalm 139. 7-11.
PRAYERS
A suitable prayer or prayers from Section XI may be used, or informal prayer for the family
may be more appropriate. This prayer may be especially appropriate if there is food after the
Funeral.
Almighty God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, whose disciples recognized him as he
broke bread at their table after the resurrection: we thank you for your strength upholding us
in what we have done today, and now we ask for your presence to be recognized in this
home; bring your peace and joy to each place which stirs the memory; give your strength
and presence in those daily tasks which used to be shared, and in all the changes of life give
us grace to do your will day by day, and to look for the glorious coming of Christ, when you
will gather us together to your table in heaven to be with you for ever and ever. Amen.
CONCLUSION
The minister may say some or all of Psalm 121.
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