Leaving this world is hard enough, but it can be made a little easier with the right prayers. In this blog post, we will explore Catholic prayer for departed loved ones and how you can use it to ease their transition. From traditional prayers to comforting words, read on to find the perfect words of comfort for those who have lost someone dear.
Catholic Prayers for the Departed
Catholic Prayers For The Departed
When someone dies, Catholics traditionally pray for them. There are many prayers to choose from and each one is specific to the person’s situation.
For example, if the person died of a terminal illness, the prayer might focus on healing. If the person died in a car accident, the prayer might ask for divine forgiveness.
There are also prayers for people who have recently died or who have passed away in general. Just as there is a prayer for every situation, there is also a Catholic prayer for every intention: that is, whether the departed person may be at peace or in torment.
Below are three prayers specifically designed to help those who have lost a loved one:
Prayer of Peaceful Rest
Our Father who art in Heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Amen. “Our Father” Prayer of Healing and Guidance
O God above all gods! Source of life and light which illuminates all things and through whom all things grow; look favorably upon your servant afflicted with sickness here below and grant him your peaceful repose in paradise where you live forevermore with Christ our Lord! Thou knowest how to give health to the body and
The Prayer of St. Francis
The Prayer of St. Francis is a prayer that has been attributed to the Franciscan friar, Saint Francis of Assisi. The prayer is often said by Catholics before they depart for a funeral or other ceremony honoring the dead.
The Prayer of St. Francis goes like this:
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.
Where there is hatred, let us sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is discord, concord;
where there is confusion, understanding;
where there is despair, hope.
The Our Father
The Our Father prayer is a basic Catholic prayer asked for many different occasions. It is prayed by Christians of all denominations, as well as by Muslims and Hindus. Its simple yet powerful words provide solace to those who mourn the loss of loved ones.
The Our Father is a Rosary-style prayer, with each phrase representing one of the mysteries of Christ. The first word, “Our,” represents our faith in Him; the second word, “Father,” reminds us that He is our loving God; the third word, “of,” indicates that we are praying to Him as one would pray to their own father; and the fourth word, “You,” refers to Christ as the One Who has given Himself up for us.
This prayer can be used at any time during or after Mass, and can be said silently or aloud. It can also be used as an invocation before bedtime or when feeling discouraged.
The Hail Mary
The Hail Mary is a prayer most commonly used in the Catholic Church. It is also known as the Our Father, Lord’s Prayer, and Rosary. The Hail Mary is a long prayer that begins with the words “Hail Mary, full of grace.”
Conclusion
As we say goodbye to those who have passed away, may they know that their loved ones are praying for them and asking the Lord to keep them in his care. We offer up these prayers as a reminder that they are not alone, and that our faith will help guide us through this difficult time. May they rest in peace and know that we love them deeply.