Friday 30 December

the Holy Family

Ecclesiasticus 3:3-7, 14-17; Psalm 128; Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23

Prayer to the Holy Family

Jesus, Mary and Joseph,
in you we contemplate the splendour of true love. To you we turn with trust.
Holy Family of Nazareth,
may families never again experience violence, rejection and division. May all who have been hurt or scandalised find ready comfort and healing.
Jesus, Mary and Joseph, graciously hear our prayer. Amen.

-- adapted from Amoris Laetitia (On Love in the Family)

‘In our families, may we never lose heart because of our limitations, or ever stop seeking the fullness of love.’ Pope Francis