Pro-life reflections and intercessions related to the Sunday readings
The descent of the Holy Spirit changes the disciples. They are no longer afraid to witness to Jesus. In fact, they boldly speak out to people from every nation. The presence of God has this effect: to remove all fear and to fill us with strength.
Read MoreMany couples choose abortion because they say the child was “an accident”. Others choose the same over fears of financial stress, lack of support, career hiatus, loss of freedom, or potential health risks to the child. In response, Jesus reminds us that He is with us always, “to the end of the age”. Each child is conceived under His providential care. Each parent is strengthened by His love. He is not promising that these difficulties will cease completely, but that, whatever we endure, He will be there to sustain us with His grace.
Read MoreWe Catholics must always, as St. Peter says, “be ready to give an explanation ... for the reason for your hope.” That is, we must know how to make a reasoned articulation of the faith and be ready to disarm any attacks mounted against it, always with an attitude of calm self-composure and with love.
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