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If you are struggling with infertility, prenatal diagnosis, miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss, you may feel a very deep loss which few others can understand. The St. Raphael community prays for you and has resources to help you. We often refer people to a local group of Catholic women who can minister to you through their organization, Lily of the Valley.
Lily of the Vally is a Catholic ministry that serves those experiencing infertility, difficult pregnancy diagnosis, and those who have experienced a pregnancy or perinatal loss. Through the intercession of St. Gianna Molla, our hope is to provide prayer and support to those who carry this cross and to bring comfort to those who are weary, that they will find peace and joy amidst a time of sorrow and suffering.
Email prayer requests to [email protected].
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We remember all babies who have died as a result of miscarriage, stillbirth or in early infanthood. We remember all mothers and fathers whose hearts are aching and arms empty. We ask God’s healing to fill the void and emptiness that has been left.
Amen
Email prayer requests to [email protected].
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Annual Mass of Remembrance
Every year we remember the unborn who have died through miscarriage, stillbirth or abortion with a special Mass. We invite parents and families who want to honor their children and heal from the tremendous pain of their passing to join us. The Mass for 2022 is in the process of being scheduled, please check back for an updated date and time.
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Support
If you would like to talk to someone about your own situation, please do not hesitate to call. Please call 919-865-5704 and ask to speak with Janet Schirripa.
Lily of the Vally is a Catholic ministry that serves those experiencing infertility, difficult pregnancy diagnosis, and those who have experienced a pregnancy or perinatal loss. Through the intercession of St. Gianna Molla, our hope is to provide prayer and support to those who carry this cross and to bring comfort to those who are weary, that they will find peace and joy amidst a time of sorrow and suffering.
For practical and spiritual support for Catholics who have lost a child to miscarriage, click here to visit Catholic miscarriage support.Additional resources
Click the name of the resource below to view the resource.
Articles
UNBAPTIZED BABIES: YOUR SAINTS IN HEAVEN from the Association of the Miraculous Medal
Books
Nursery of Heaven: Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss In the Lives of the Saints and Today’s Parents By Patrick O’Hearn
Blessed is the Fruit of Thy Womb: Rosary Reflections on MIscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss by Heidi IndahlBurial
St Joseph Catholic Church
St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic ChurchSt Raphael Catholic Church Columbarium
Burial vessels/Miscarriage Kits– Heavens Gain
Infant Caskets handmade by the Trappist Monks of New Melleray AbbeyMiscarriage Delivery Aid
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For more information
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Lily of the Valley, A St. Gianna Molla Ministryinfolilyofthevalleyministry.comInfertility, Difficult Pregnancy Diagnosis, & Pregnancy Loss support
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