Committal (2)

Almighty God,

into your hands we commend your son/daughter Name,

in sure and certain hope of resurrection to eternal life

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

This body we commit to the ground

(to the elements, to its resting place),

earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust.                         (TRADITIONAL)

Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.

Yes, says the Spirit, they will rest from their labors

for their deeds follow them.                        (REVELATION 14:13, ALT.)

One or more of the following or other prayers is offered:

Gracious God,

we thank you for those we love but see no more.

Receive into your arms your servant Name,

and grant that increasing in knowledge and love of you,

he/she may go from strength to strength

in service to your heavenly kingdom;

through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.