Intercession
May expectant mothers choosing adoption receive grace and support in embracing this loving option.
Prayers
Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be
Reflection
Mothers placing their children for adoption often face many challenges along the way. One of the greatest obstacles can be inaccurately perceiving adoption as abandonment. But a mother who determines that making an adoption plan is best for her child isn’t deserting the child. Rather, she is following the example of Christ’s sacrificial love on the Cross in choosing a life-giving option that she has determined is ultimately in the best interest of her child, even at great cost to herself. The Letter to the Hebrews reminds us that, in the face of fears and trials, we can “hold fast to the hope that lies before us. This we have as an anchor of the soul, sure and firm” (Heb 6:18-19). We pray that each expectant mother choosing adoption will be filled with “the peace of God that surpasses all understanding” (Phil 4:7) as she decides which life-giving option is best for her child. Let us all cling fast to the anchor of hope, for we have received “a spirit of adoption, through which we cry, ‘Abba, Father!’” (Rom 8:15).
Acts of Reparation (Choose one.)
Do you have a sweet tooth? Or do you prefer salty snacks? Pick your favorite kind of treat, and give it up for the day.
Look up one of the Scripture passages from today’s reflection, and spend some time with it in prayer. What is the Lord saying to you?
Offer some other sacrifice, prayer, or act of penance that you feel called to do for today’s intention.
Saint Gianna, Pray For Us!
May God Bless and Watch Over You and Your Loved Ones!
The Society of Saint Gianna Beretta Molla – Board of Directors
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