Ministration at the
Time of Death

*When a person is near death, the Minister of the Congregation should be 
notified, in order that the ministrations of the Church may be 
provided.*


A Prayer for a Person near Death

Almighty God, look on this your servant, lying in great 
weakness, and comfort him with the promise of life 
everlasting, given in the resurrection of your Son Jesus 
Christ our Lord.  Amen.


Litany at the Time of Death

*When possible, it is desirable that members of the family and friends 
come together to join in the Litany.*

God the Father,
Have mercy on your servant.

God the Son,
Have mercy on your servant.

God the Holy Spirit,
Have mercy on your servant.