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Praying for Life Year-Round
June 2015
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Intercession
May those who mourn the loss of a child through abortion know the limitless mercy and healing love of Jesus.
Prayer
Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be
Reflection
Participation
in abortion and the experience of the subsequent aftermath is one of the
great sufferings of our time. However, there can be deep healing
through Christ's love, grace and mercy. The month of June honors the
Sacred Heart of Jesus, the heart that offers us infinite mercy and
peace. Let us pray that those who have participated in abortion find
peace and healing through Christ's forgiveness and everlasting love.
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Acts of Reparation (choose one)
- Pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy for all who suffer the loss of a child through abortion.
- Do
some spiritual reading. We have a wealth of wisdom and inspiration at
our fingertips in the writings of the saints, who can offer helpful and
transformative words that can strengthen our relationship with God. If you're not sure where to start, take a look at these quotes on Divine Mercy.
- When
you encounter difficulties today, unite yourself with Christ in the
earthly suffering of his Passion, and offer your own suffering for those
who have lost a child through abortion. We have the opportunity of
drawing closer to Christ, who "has given a new meaning to suffering,"
when we unite ourselves with him in His earthly suffering (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1505*).
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One Step Further
"Abortion
affects countless marriages more than many people recognize. But there
is no doubt that God will bring great healing to those who trust in his
infinite mercy."
"Healing within Marriage from an Abortion" discusses
post-abortion healing within a marriage, recognizing that even if an
abortion did not occur within the marriage, it can still have a negative
effect on the marriage. It might feel daunting to consider seeking help
or embracing healing, but "for God, all things are possible" (Mt 19:26).
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*CCC, second edition © 2001 LEV-USCCB. Used with permission.
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| Image:
A mosaic of Our Lady of Guadalupe decorates a side altar in the Church
of Santa Maria della Famiglia at the Vatican. Dec. 15. (CNS photo/Paul
Haring). |
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