Then, we do not want you to be ignorant,
sisters and brothers,
about those who are asleep,
so that you do not grieve
as the rest,
who do not have hope.
For if we believe that Jesus died and rose,
just so (we believe) God will bring with him,
-through Jesus-
those who have fallen asleep.
Grant, Lord,
that we may hold to you without parting,
worship you without wearying,
serve you without failing;
faithfully seek you,
happily find you,
and forever possess you,
the only God,blessed now and for ever.
Amen
St Anselm