God of Life,

we thank you for my special friend’s contribution

 to the Church and community.

We thank you for his example of strength

and perseverance under hardship.

We thank you for his family

and their loving care of him.

May he be nourished with all that is good

and grow to know you more each day.

Inspire him by your love,

guide him by your Word,

surround him with love.

Watch over his family.

Keep them in your good care,

and grant them your peace

through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.