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.