The Catholic Church dedicates the month of May to Mary. She is a great role model of love, devotion, and faith. Mary was a simple woman who had to work hard to meet the needs of a family. Mary prayed and sought the guidance of God in every move of her life. She loved God so much that she entrusted herself to the complete will of God. One of the most valuable strengths Mary possessed was her ability to persevere. She went through many trials in her life, but she never lost sight of the Lord. She used her complete trust in God and her strong will to overcome obstacles and setbacks.
To all who are mothers and to all who “mother” others, I wish you a very happy and blessed Mother’s Day.
Prayer 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.
May those who are joined in your love, support mothers by their fervour of spirit and devotion to prayer.
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.
Bind families together in the bonds of peace and safety so that mothers will feel nurtured by love.
May all mothers enjoy good health and spiritual wellbeing to enable them to care for their families.
Source: Written by Bishop Kevin Manning, Parramatta Diocese.
