Lord Jesus Christ, by your death you took away the sting of death: Grant to us, your servants, so to follow in
faith where you have led the way, that we may at length fall asleep peacefully in you and wake up in your likeness;
for your tender mercies’ sake. Amen.
— The Book of Common Prayer, Burial of the Dead, Rite II, p. 504
When a death is near
When death is imminent, it is important to notify the office or the clergy directly as soon as possible. Even if someone’s final moments may be uncertain, the clergy should be called so that comfort, prayers, and other rites can be arranged.
Priests and lay people at St. John’s are always ready to visit or offer Holy Communion at home for anyone who is too sick to come to church.
St. John’s uses the funeral services found in The Book of Common Prayer — Rite I, p. 469, or Rite II, p. 491.
Please do not hesitate to call at any hour: (516) 692-6368.