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GCSE Religious Studies · key term
A gathering for prayer before the main funeral liturgy, usually on the evening before the funeral.
Used by Edexcel
Specification 2.3 · Paper 1, Paper 2
Revise: The Funeral RiteNichols describes three main stages: the Vigil of Prayer, the Funeral Liturgy and the Committal. These form a journey from gathering in quiet support to a final farewell.
Specification 3.3 · Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 3
A gathering for prayer and Scripture readings before the funeral, offering quiet support to those mourning.
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The Church encourages three main stages: the Vigil of Prayer, the Funeral Liturgy and the Committal. These connect preparation for farewell, the Church’s central prayer for the deceased, and the final leave-taking.
