A Mother's Day Prayer

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This was in our church bulletin this morning, and honestly I like it because it seems so... complete.



Father, we give you thanks for the many gifts you have given us;
the gift of life, the gift of those who love us.

We thank you today for the gift of our Mothers and Grandmothers.
We give thanks for our Mothers and Grandmothers who have died
and for the unique way they have revealed for us your love.
We ask that you bless them and keep them in your care
until the time comes for us to join them in your kingdom.

We ask your blessing upon the Mothers and Grandmothers
who are unable to be with us today.
May they know how much we love and care for them.

We pray for birth mothers who have loved their children so much
they have shared the gift of their child with those who could
better care for them and their needs, and give them a secure home.

And we pray for adoptive mothers, that they may always know
their special role of being a true mother,
a revelation of God's love for their children.

We ask your blessing upon Mothers who have lost children
through stillbirth, crib death, accident, and tragedy,
that they may have your continuing strength and courage.

We ask your blessing too, upon those who would very much
like to be mothers but who are having trouble having a child.

We ask your blessing upon the Mothers and Grandmothers here.
Give them the strength to live the faithful and loving lives you call them to live.
Protect and guide them. Keep them in your care.

Amen.

Happy Mother's Day