Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Self-Giving & Being Open to Children
Reflection:
“A married couple should build their life together on the foundation of a sincere and pure affection for each other, and on the joy that comes from having brought into the world the children God has enabled them to have. They should be capable of renouncing their personal comfort; and they should put their trust in the providence of God.”
“People who are constantly concerned with themselves, who act above all for their own satisfaction, endanger their eternal salvation and cannot avoid being unhappy even in this life. Only if a person forgets himself and gives himself to God and to others, in marriage as well as in any other aspect of life, can he be happy on this earth, with a happiness that is a preparation for, and a foretaste of, the joy of heaven.”
Lord Jesus Christ, You will that children be the precious fruit of married love. We praise and thank you for the irreplaceable gift of new human life. May we always accept as a unique blessing each child that You wish to give us, seeing in them a sign of Your trust in our loving care. Grant that we might never allow fear or selfishness to restrict our openness to new life, but trusting in Your goodness and mercy, may we receive with gratitude and generosity the new lives that You entrust to us. Amen.
For the Engaged
Lord Jesus Christ, we ask You to prepare us for parenthood by enlarging our hearts. Deepen our love and generosity so that we will gratefully receive the children whom You wish to give us. Prepare us to make the necessary sacrifices that will not only ensure their wellbeing, but assure them that they are loved by You through our loving care. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
OR
Novena Prayers for Marriage and Family – Day 5
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Most lovable Mother Mary, our Father in Heaven created you with delight.
You are His creature whom He made worthy to become the holy Mother of His Son.
You were born into a family of Saints. Pray for me today that my joy in your Son will increase and that my family may become more holy. Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… 10: Hail Mary… 1: Glory Be…
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
