Lord Jesus Christ,

by your own three days in the tomb,

you hallowed the graves of all who believe in you

and so made the grave a sign of hope

that promises resurrection

even as it claims our mortal bodies.

Grant that our brothers ans sisters may sleep in Peace

untill you awaken them to glory,

for you are the resurrection and the life.

Then they will see you face to face

and in your light will see light

and know the splendour of God,

for you live and reign for ever and ever.

R. Amen,