Prayer for the Souls in Purgatory

O most compassionate Jesus, have mercy on the souls detained in purgatory, for whose redemption you took upon yourself our nature and endured a bitter death. Mercifully hear their sighs, look with pity upon the tears they now shed before you, and by virtue of your Passion release them from the pains due to their sins. O most merciful Jesus, let your Precious Blood reach down into purgatory and refresh and revive the captive souls who suffer there. Stretch out to them your strong right hand and lead them into the place of refreshment, light, and peace. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.