Suggestions for Prayers of the Faithful
1. For the women and couples who are bearing the cross of primary or secondary infertility, that they may know God’s loving presence and trust in His plan for fruitfulness in their marriages…
2. For those who have lost a child through miscarriage, in infancy, or any time in their lives, that they may rest in the Lord’s loving embrace and be comforted by His merciful plan for their loved ones…
3. For the women who are loving spiritual mothers to us, especially our godmothers, aunts, mentors and all women who positively impact our lives…
4. For couples experiencing infertility, that we as the Body of Christ may walk with them, support them, and listen with open hearts as they share their stories with us…
Catholic Infertility Support
Did you know that 1 in 5 couples struggle with infertility (CDC)? Couples carrying the cross of infertility are in our families, among our friends, and in our pews. They need to know that they have many gifts to bring to our parish, that their marriages are life-giving in many beautiful ways, and that God has not abandoned them—and neither have we. If you know someone struggling with infertility or pregnancy loss, resist the temptation to offer solutions or make predictions about what will happen if they “just pray a little harder.” Instead, show these couples your support by listening to them, praying for them, reminding them that God is with them, and that they are not alone. For more resources and support, email us at cos.infertility@gmail.com.