Intercession
May God bless all those for whom adoption is part of their life story.
Prayers
Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be
Reflection
Adoption is a loving and generous way
for a child to be welcomed as part of a family. It can also include
uncertainty and other challenges—for children waiting to find families,
for parents placing their children for adoption, for couples waiting to
be matched with a child, and for so many others.
This month, we celebrate the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary, on March 19th.
Remembering his very special role as the earthly foster father of
Jesus, we invoke St. Joseph’s intercession, asking the Lord to bless all
those for whom adoption has a place in their story. And, recalling the
mercy which God our Father has shown to us, we also ask that, through
our words and actions, they may encounter the outstretched hands of His
mercy.
Acts of Reparation (Choose one.)
- Fast from snacking for one day. Eat three regular meals, but nothing else in between.
- Donate needed items to a pregnancy care center, or ask if they have an opportunity for you to volunteer.
