Saints LightPrayer for the Dying
A prayer for someone who is near death, and for all who will die today; written for this app. Pray it at a deathbed, and make sure a priest is called in time for Confession, Anointing and Viaticum (the last Holy Communion).
The prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, you know what it is to die. I commend to your mercy [name], and all who will die today.
Stay with them in their final hours. Free them from fear and pain. Give them true sorrow for their sins, the grace of the sacraments, and complete trust in your love. Surround them with your angels, and let them feel the presence of those who love them.
Mary, Mother of God, pray for them now and at the hour of their death. St Joseph, patron of a holy death, stand beside them. Lord Jesus, receive their soul in peace. Amen.
Pray it this week
Pray this once each day this week for those who will die today, especially anyone dying alone.
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