Simple Format for a
Vigil at Home or
in Church


The adaptations for use in church are highlighted in red, Optional additions are marked { }

Sign of the Cross

Greeting

 

Sprinkling with Holy Water, Entrance Procession with or without signing/music, Placing of the Pall and Christian Symbols

 

Opening prayer

LITURGY OF THE WORD

 

First Reading

 

Psalm

 

{Second Reading}

Gospel

 

Homily

 

Prayers of Intercession

 

Our Father

 

Concluding Prayer

 

Simple Eulogy or Words of Remembrance

Concluding Blessing

Where pastorally appropriate family and friends proclaim the Scripture Readings, Psalm and Prayers of Intercession. Should a deacon or priest be present they proclaim the gospel otherwise the person who is leading the prayer service does so.


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