May 10: A Mother’s Day Prayer

“Loving God, as a mother gives life and nourishment to her children, so you give life and care for your Church. Bless all the women we celebrate and honor this day. May they be strengthened to be the mothers you have called them to be. Let the example of their faith and love shine forth. Grant that we, their sons and daughters, may honor and appreciate them with a spirit of profound respect. 
May the example of Mary, the mother of Jesus, inspire them to live their vocation as Christian mothers and call their children to faith. Guide and protect them in challenging times and help them to continue to trust in you all the days of their life. And please welcome home all of our mothers who have gone before us. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen.”