Philaret of Moscow
They may be aided towards the attainment of a blessed resurrection by prayers offered in their behalf, especially such as are offered in union with the oblation of the bloodless sacrifice of the Body and Blood of Christ, and by works of mercy done in faith for their memory.
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1839 · The Longer Catechism, Q. 376
Checked word-for-word against The Creeds of Christendom, Vol. II · 2026-07-18