Vigil

When Christians gather at the vigil, they show their respect and reverence for the deceased. They recall and share their memories of the person who has died. The community comforts the family with love and friendship, the assurance of prayer, and the offer of assistance. The Order of Christian Funerals provides two formats (the Rosary can be integrated into either at the request of the family) for vigils for adults and one format for children.

At the vigil, the Chrisitan community prays that God may give the bereaved strength to bear their grief and faith to trust in the promise of eternal life.