Some thoughts on Mother’s Day...
Heavenly Father, we thank you for our mothers to
whom you have entrusted the care of every precious human life from its very
beginning in the womb.
You have given to woman the capacity of participating with you in the creation
of new life. Grant that every woman may come to understand the full meaning of
that blessing, which gives her an unlimited capacity for selfless love for
every child she may be privileged to bear, and for all your children.
Watch over every mother who is with child, strengthen her faith in your
fatherly care and love for her and for her unborn baby. Give her courage in
times of fear or pain, understanding in times of uncertainty and doubt, and
hope in times of trouble. Grant her joy in the birth of her child.
To mothers you have given the great privilege and responsibility of being a
child's first teacher and spiritual guide. Grant that all mothers may worthily
foster the faith of their children, following the example of Mary, Elizabeth,
and other holy women who follow Christ. Help mothers to grow daily in knowledge
and understanding of Your Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ, and grant them the wisdom
to impart this knowledge faithfully to their children and to all who depend
upon them.
Assist all "spiritual mothers", those who, though they may have no
children of their own, nevertheless selflessly care for the children of others
-- of every age and state in life. Grant that they may know the joy of
fulfilling this motherly calling of women, whether in teaching, nursing,
religious life, or in other work which recognizes and fosters the true dignity
of every human being created in your image and likeness.
We beseech You to send Your Holy Spirit, the Comforter, to all mothers who
sorrow for children that have died, are ill or estranged from their families,
or who are in trouble or danger of any kind. Help grieving mothers to rely on
your tender mercy and fatherly love for all your children.
We ask your blessing on all those to whom you have entrusted motherhood. May
Your Holy Spirit constantly inspire and strengthen them. May they ever follow
the example of Mary, mother of Our Lord, and imitate her fidelity, her humility,
and her self-giving love. May all mothers receive Your Grace abundantly in this
earthly life, and may they look forward to eternal joy in your presence in the
life to come. We ask this through Christ, our Lord, AMEN Happy
Mother’s Day to you all.
I would like to thank both our Assistant Youth
Directors Allison and Stewart who are moving on to pursue other endeavours.
Your presence and dedication to St. Dominic’s youth have made such a difference
in our parish. I wish you both every blessing and success in your future.
Fr. Phil
