“So now faith, hope, and love abide,… but the greatest of these is love.” — 1 Corinthians 13:13
Prayers for Mothers
O Loving Lord,
You have created mothers in love and blessed them with children.
As they work tirelessly to support their families may they be showered with your blessings.
Give mothers strength to exercise compassion as they live each day under your care.
We thank you, O Lord, for the gift of Motherhood.
May those blessed with children be granted the gifts of courage, perseverance and good health.
May they face each new day with faith and hope in your abiding love.
May all families find in the strength of your love
The priceless gift of peace
And so bear witness to your glory.
As Mary was the model of prayer, of love, and of obedience to the will of God, by your grace make mothers
holy and rich with your gifts.
May all mothers enjoy good health and spiritual wellbeing to enable them to care for their families.
(Source: adapted from a prayer by Bishop Kevin Manning, Parramatta Diocese).
