Blessing of a Child in the Womb

The Blessing of a Child in the Womb

9:30 AM Mass

Sunday, January 18, 2015

Reserved seating for expectant families, front right of Church

Expectant families awaiting the birth of their child are invited to receive a special “Blessing of a Child in the Womb” during the celebration of the 9:30AM Mass on Sunday, January 18, 2015 . The introduction to this Rite observes that the blessing of an unborn child “sustains the parents by imparting grace and comfort in time of concern and need, unites the parish in prayer for the unborn child, and fosters respect for human life within society.”

To help us to provide adequate reserved seating for your family, please email or call and leave a message at the St. Peter Office of Marriage and Family Life with the number of reserved seats needed: mfl@stpeterparish.com /985-892-9353.

The text of the Rite for the Blessing of a Child in the Womb has been approved by the Vatican and by the USCCB. Timothy Cardinal Dolan, USCCB President, authorized its use in the liturgy as of March 26, 2012, the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord.