Intercession
May each person suffering from the loss of a child through abortion find hope and healing in Christ.
Prayers
Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be
Reflection
After
more than four decades of legalized abortion, many children’s lives
have been ended, and many parents and family members suffer that
loss—often in silence. Yet God’s greatest desire is to forgive. No
matter how far we have each strayed from His side, He says to us, “Don’t
be afraid. Draw close to my heart.” Be assured that it is never too
late to seek God's forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Consider
the parable of the Prodigal Son. After repenting of sinning against his
father, he returns from far away to seek forgiveness and work as a
servant. But the father sees him approaching from far away, runs to
warmly embrace him, and hosts a banquet to celebrate his return. So,
too, does God welcome all repentant sinners, no matter how serious the
sin. Let us run into the arms of Our Lord, Who is love and mercy.
