Suffering the loss of a loved one is not an easy task, especially for a child who lost his mother. Here is a look at 25 Prayers for a Deceased Mother that can bring you solace and solace.
Late Mother's Prayer
God of infinite mercy, by your power Jesus conquered death and ascended in glory. I entrust my mother to her care, in the name of Jesus Christ. Since my mother moved in with you for eternity, I'm grateful for the memories I have. Thank you that she was made in her image and reflected her love. You are the lord of all life, you brought my mother into being and now you call her home. I pray that she enjoys the fullness of her presence for all eternity. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
Rest in paradise prayer
Living God, though my tears flow, I feel blessed that my mother, as she took her last breath, entered the gates of heaven. I miss her dearly, but I cling to her promise of salvation to those who trust in you. May she rest in paradise until the last day, when you return and we are caught up in the clouds with you. Help me honor their memory by living a life of love and selfless service. Amen.
consolation in the funeral prayer
O Lord my God, thank you for being the Lord of life. My mother's life was a gift from her. She received love as her child and I am grateful that she showered that love on me. I look forward to the day when Jesus returns to bring the resurrection of the dead. I wait an eternity to spend in his presence with my mother and all her people. I long for a future free of sin, pain and death. As my mother is meeting you face to face, I ask that you give me comfort. Amen.
Be glad before you pray
Lord God, in your infinite mercy, make my beloved mother rejoice before you. May she be surrounded by your holy angels. Thank you for removing all suffering, pain and sadness from her. I look forward to the glorious day when we will meet together in this joyous resurrection, for our Savior Jesus is the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. I praise you, beloved Savior, for through your atonement we conquer death. Amen.
Prayer of Strength and Comfort
Glorious Father, hear my prayer in this time of pain. I look to you with confidence that all who trust in you will share in your resurrection. Thank you that my mother is in your presence now, free from pain, suffering and tears. Help me to continue to love and follow you in anticipation of the hope of heaven. May I keep my mother's memory as a testimony of her grace and mercy. May I persevere until the day Jesus returns and enjoy the fullness of His promises for eternity. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
blessing of life prayer
Lord Jesus, my Savior, you are the firstborn from the dead. After your death on the cross, you rose from the dead and left your tomb. As I mourn the loss of my mother, I am grateful for the hope and confidence that come from her resurrection. You have conquered the grave and ascended to heaven where you intercede for your people. Thank you that my mother is in your presence now and that one day we will meet again. May hope for eternity bring comfort to all who mourn my mother. In his mighty name, amen.
Gratitude for Mother's Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of mortality, especially for my mother's life. Thanks for all the years I spent with her. I congratulate you for being by my side in good times and bad. I cherish memories of happy times and sad times. As she rests with you now, I thank you for the hope of a future in her presence that we will share together. Now may You, Lord of Peace, give me peace at all times and in all ways. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
consolation in the funeral prayer
Compassionate Father, hear my prayer and console me in this moment of shock and sadness. My mother was her daughter, you knew her from birth and she died in your loving arms. Help me to trust in the name of Jesus who has defeated Satan, sin and death. Help me to live a life of faith with the hope of your eternal life. Help me to focus on Your blessings in this time of loss. May the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
Your continual prayer of mercy
Lord of consolation, I am deeply saddened by the loss of my mother. She was a lot to me in life and taught me a lot. Thank you that when she was released from her physical body, she was brought into her presence. Thank you that Jesus rose from the dead and will return to resurrect those who have died in the faith. I commend my precious mother's soul to her continual mercy and ask her to grant her eternal peace. Amen.
Eternal prayer of consolation
Lord Jesus, my Refuge and my Redeemer, you humbled yourself by incarnating and giving yourself to die on the cross, so that everyone who believes in you may not perish but have eternal life. Thank you because my mother, although she is no longer with us in this life, will live with you forever. You have conquered the tomb and opened the gates of heaven. I entrust my mother to your gracious care, and I look to you with faith and hope of eternal life to comfort me in my sorrow and pain. In his mighty name, amen.
Death is defeated prayer
God, my comforter, my heart was broken when my mother left this life. I take comfort in the fact that the last enemy to defeat is death. I am grateful for the time I spent with my mother and what I learned from her. I know that no one could ever be good enough to deserve salvation, but her faith in your mercy and grace brought her eternal life. Grant her to rest in peace in her kingdom until the Day of Resurrection. Amen.
Rest from work prayer
God of peace, thank you for Jesus, our Advocate and Mediator. Thank you that, through Your great sacrifice, we can trust that death is not the end, but the beginning. I come to you in admiration for my beloved mother, who died with true faith in you. Give him rest from his work and bind his soul to the living. I pray that the life she lived will be an encouragement to those of us who remain on this earth. Amen.
refuge and strength prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, you are the name above all other names. As I mourn the loss of my mother, may I find reassurance and comfort in her name. May your voice soothe my pain and strengthen me in my weakness. May your promises bring hope in my distress and stability in my confusion. May my mother live in perfect peace with you forever. When she sees you face to face, let her be transformed into her likeness. May grace and peace be mine in abundance, through you, my Lord. In his mighty name, amen.
Protect your soul prayer
O Lord, you are my blessed hope. I pray that her face will shine upon my dear mother who has left her mortal body. It's hard to let her go, but I know I'll see her again one day. Take her to your glorious heaven and shelter her soul under your wings, for blessed are those who die in the Lord. I thank you that Jesus is the resurrection and the life and that this judgment is based on your great mercy. Amen.
merciful god prayer
God of loving devotion, please show me your compassion as I mourn my mother's death. I thank you for her life and ask you to console me in my affliction. The Bible says you are close to the brokenhearted and close to the crushed spirit. My heart is broken right now, please approach me with your love. My spirit is feeling down, I can know you're by my side. My mother loved me in a way that reflects her love for me, may I feel secure in that love forever. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
The light of your prayer presence
Jesus, the Good Shepherd, our mother breathed her last on this earth. She receives them now in the light of her presence. May she rest in peace until the last trumpet sounds, when the dead in Christ are raised to immortality. We praise our Savior Jesus, who tasted death for us all and broke the power of death. We are saddened by the loss of our mother, but we know that when she left her body, she was home with the Lord. Amen.
Troubled Heart Prayer
God of peace, all hope of life and death comes from you. As I go through the pain and suffering of my mother's death, my heart feels anything but peace. Jesus said the peace he gives is beyond understanding. His peace is the peace that can calm the troubled mind and heart in any situation. May I experience your peace as I celebrate my mother's memories and the life you gave her. May the love of the Father, the tenderness of the Son and the presence of the Spirit bring peace to my soul. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
Prayer of the Life-Giving Spirit
God, my rock of strength, I am sorry for the loss of my mother who escaped this life. I commend her soul into her loving arms. I praise you for her life-giving spirit, who delivered my mother from the sting of death. I praise Jesus who lit the way to immortality. Thank you that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. May my mother rest in peace until the great day of the Lord's return. Amen.
prayer for eternal life
Creator and Sustainer, my God, thank you for creating the universe and all that it contains. We are all made in his image and reflect his qualities. I commend you on how my mother showed love for her throughout her life. You have promised your children an inheritance of eternal life. Thank you that my mother is now safe in her presence. Fill me with Your Spirit in my time of need. Glory and honour, wisdom and thanksgiving, honour, power and strength, my God be with you forever. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
Living prayer to God
Lord of loving-kindness, I entrust to you my dear mother. Please welcome them into the kingdom of the living God. May she enjoy eternal rest and joy in her presence. Thank you that she has life forever now because she has put her faith and trust in you. I'm grateful to have you in my life, but I would never want to take you away from heavenly pleasures. I will treasure my memories of her and try to follow in her footsteps. Amen.
Strength in the Prayer of Weakness
O Lord my God, You are my refuge and my strength, my ever-present help in times of need. Since my mother's death, I've felt a rush of grief. Thank you for always listening to the prayers of your people. Hear me today as I cry out to you for help. Fill me with your power, comfort me with your spirit and hold me tight. May I find deep encouragement in your promise that my mother will be with you in heaven. I can commend you at this difficult time. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
prayer of gratitude
Jesus, my Sustainer, I thank you for the unique gifts and abilities you gave my mother. All her life she reflected her image in the love she gave to others. May I be filled with joy for the memories I cherish. Throughout history, you have comforted your grieving people. His people were filled with hope by his promise of eternal life. May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with me always. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
Dear Memories Prayer
Precious Holy Spirit, thank you for your endless supply of mercy and grace. My mother's life ended with hope born of trust in her promises. May the sadness I feel turn into thanksgiving for your life and love. As I deal with the pain of loss, I would like to be reminded that death finally lost its sting in Jesus' resurrection. Grace, mercy and peace be upon me from God the Father and Jesus Christ the Son in truth and love. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
heal my heart prayer
Merciful Father, thank you for remaining the same yesterday, today, and forever. As I mourn the loss of my mother, I can find assurance that she will remain with you now. As I experience this unexpected change, may I be strengthened in her unchanging love. You held my mother and continue to approach me. May my eyes be fixed on the cross so that through the darkness of this situation my gaze may focus on the light of your glory. In life and death you are Lord of all. You alone deserve all glory and glory. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
Jesus our redeemer prayer
All-Sufficient Father, I am deeply sorry for my mother, but I take comfort in the fact that Jesus, our Redeemer, lives and intercedes for us. May my mother, who left her mortal body, rest in peace. Please, in your abundant grace and mercy, forgive the sins she confessed before her death. Receive them in the wonders of heaven. I look forward with confidence to the blessed day when she will rise from the dead in a glorified, immortal body. Amen.
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Natalie Regoli is a daughter of God, devoted wife and mother of two boys. She has a master's degree in law from the University of Texas. Natalie published in several national newspapers and practiced law for 18 years.
FAQs
What is the best prayer for the loss of a mother? ›
“We beseech thee, O Lord, in thy mercy, to have pity on the soul of thy handmaid; do thou, who hast freed her from the perils of this mortal life, restore to her the portion of everlasting salvation. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.”
How do you honor mother who passed away? ›- Keep something of theirs with you. ...
- Support a cause close to their heart, and yours. ...
- Make a tribute donation to a nonprofit. ...
- Create a living reminder. ...
- Dedicate an event to their memory. ...
- Start a new tradition. ...
- Share their stories and photos. ...
- Live your best life.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. Like the seed buried in the ground, you have produced the harvest of eternal life for us; make us always dead to sin and alive to God.
What is a prayer for my mother at her funeral? ›In tribute to your beautiful memory, I implore your inspiration to noble and intelligent living as I cherish the recollections of your lifetime. I pray, O God, that the soul of my dear mother be bound up in the bond of eternal life, together with the souls of all the righteous that are in Thy keeping. Amen.
What is a good Bible verse for the loss of a mother? ›Verses For Moms Who Have Passed Away
For this God is our God for ever and ever; he will be our guide even to the end. The righteous perish, and no one takes it to heart; the devout are taken away, and no one understands that the righteous are taken away to be spared from evil.
To my mother in heaven, thank you for always loving me and guiding me. Even though you are no longer here with me I can still feel your love guiding me. You are always in my heart. I love you and miss you dearly.
What do I do after my mom dies? ›- Get a pronouncement of death. ...
- Make funeral and burial plans. ...
- Get copies of the death certificate. ...
- Locate life insurance policies. ...
- Locate the will and start the probate process. ...
- Take inventory of assets and financial accounts. ...
- Notify government agencies of your parent's death.
- Share your favorite memories of her. Choosing to tell a favorite memory of your mother is a great way to begin your eulogy. ...
- Speak about her best characteristics. ...
- Detail her accomplishments. ...
- Illustrate her impact.
- Notify Family Members and Friends. ...
- Give Yourself Time To Grieve. ...
- Find a Trustworthy Funeral Service. ...
- Make Copies of Everything. ...
- Contact Your Parent's Doctor and Ask for a Copy of Their Medical Records. ...
- Obtain Copies of Death Certificates.
Simple prayer of thanks
We thank you for your goodness, your mercy and your grace. Help us to carry these wonderful gifts in our own hearts and lives. May we minster these to all the world. Amen.
What is a good memorial prayer? ›
Thank you for (loved one's name) life, and all the years we shared with him/her. We lift him/her to you today, in honour of the good we saw in him/her and the love we felt from him/her. Please give us the strength to leave him/her in your care, in the knowledge of eternal life through Jesus Christ.
What are the prayer for mother? ›Good and Gentle God, we pray in gratitude for our mothers and for all the women of theory who have joined with you in the wonder of bringing forth new life. You who became human through a woman, grant to all mothers the courage they need to face the uncertain future that life with children always brings.
What is the simple prayer for the dead? ›O God, whose mercies cannot be numbered: Accept our prayers on behalf of thy servant N., and grant him an entrance into the land of light and joy, in the fellowship of thy saints; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
What is the last prayer for the dead? ›Eternal rest grant unto him/her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him/her. May he/she rest in peace. Amen. May almighty God bless us with his peace and strength, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
What is the short prayer for All souls Day? ›“Eternal Father, I offer thee the most precious blood of thy Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal church, those in my home and within my family. Amen.”
What is the psalm for mothers? ›In Psalm 139, the psalmist praises God for creating his body and soul for a purpose: For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb.
What God says about a mother's love? ›Bible Verses About Mothers
Isaiah 66:13: "As one whom his mother comforts, so I will comfort you." Isaiah 49:15: "Can a mother forget her nursing child? Can she feel no love for the child she has borne?" Proverbs 31:25: "She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come."
2 Corinthians 1:3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 9.
How does losing your mother affect you? ›Key points. Studies show that losing a parent can lead to increased risks for long-term issues such as depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. The death of a parent can revive past hurts or resentments or alter family relationships and dynamics.
How does it feel when you lose your mother? ›When your mother or father dies, that bond is torn. In response to this loss you may feel a multitude of strong emotions. Numbness, confusion, fear, guilt, relief and anger are just a few of the feelings you may have. Sometimes these emotions will follow each other within a short period of time.
How long does it take to get over the death of your mother? ›
It's common for the grief process to take a year or longer. A grieving person must resolve the emotional and life changes that come with the death of a loved one. The pain may become less intense, but it's normal to feel emotionally involved with the deceased for many years.
What I can write for my late mother? ›- Not a day goes by that you are not missed. I thought it might get easier as time went by, but it does not. ...
- You saw beauty in everything in life; you were a very simple-minded human being. ...
- Not a day goes by that I do not cry my eyes out because I miss you so much. ...
- I love you dearly.
- Give yourself time to adjust to a new reality. The first few months of grief are often called a grief fog. ...
- Take the pressure off. ...
- Focus on the remaining parent. ...
- Reserve space to honor a lost parent. ...
- Remember that others take their cue from you. ...
- Take care of you.
“Lord, You love me and by Your grace have given me eternal comfort and a wonderful hope. Now, comfort and strengthen me in every good thing I do and say.”
What is the Catholic prayer for death of mother? ›"Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted" (Matthew 5:4) "My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion forever" (Psalm 73:26) "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit" (Psalm 34:18)