We pray that the merciful Spirit of God will help us to protect and care and reverence each person’s life. We pray for an end to the practice of abortion. And we remember all refugees and immigrants seeking a new homeland, we pray for the homeless, the house-bound, for the elderly who may be neglected, and for all those disabled, disrespected, or abused. May our hearts be broken open in compassion.
O God, who adorn creation with splendor and beauty and fashion human lives in your image and likeness, you alone have the power to impart the breath of life as you form each of us in our mother’s womb. Awaken in every heart reverence for the work of your hands and renew among your people a readiness to nurture and sustain your precious gift of human life. Confirm our resolve, that we may live always for others and cherish your sacred gift of human life.
Photograph by Brother Brian.
