Preaching the Mystery of Faith

meant to lead finally to the right praise of God, to true “thanksgiving,” which is at the heart of the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Nearly all parish communities include women and men who have been harmed emotionally and spiritually by an abortion experience. While remind ing the community of the beauty and sacredness of human life, the homilist should always emphasize God’s infinite mercy for all sinners, including those suffering after an abortion. Like the woman at the well, such individuals need to be invited to approach the Church without fear, in order to receive God’s forgiveness and healing grace.

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