All Souls Day

Father, all-powerful and ever-living God,

we do well always and everywhere to give you thanks

through Jesus Christ our Lord.

In him, who rose from the dead,

our hope of resurrection dawned.

The sadness of death gives way

to the bright promise of immortality.

Lord, for your faithful people life is changed, not ended.

When the body of our earthly dwelling lies in death

we gain an everlasting dwelling place in heaven.

And so, with all the choirs of angels in heaven

We proclaim your gloryand join in their unending hymn of praise:
Holy, holy, holy Lord...

Preface for Christian Death I