Pro-life reflections and intercessions related to the Sunday readings
Today we are called to be steadfast in our faith. After many years of seemingly fruitless work in the pro-life movement we can become discouraged. Have we simply been wasting time? Weren’t we better off before we began this work? God calls us to be patient. We may not see where we are headed, but we must pray and trust that God is guiding us.
Read MoreGod called Abraham to leave his home country and to embark on a journey to an unknown land. But, Abraham did not leave alone; he carried with him God’s blessing and protection. Families, or single mothers, who are unsure of the future can rely on this same blessing and protection.
Read MoreSt. Bernard notices a pattern that arises in Genesis: “God asserts, woman doubts, Satan denies.” Today God, through His Church, continually urges us to choose life, not death. For many reasons, we, like Eve, find this difficult. As if to ease our troubles, Satan through the voice of the world tells us that we do not have to obey God.
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