Special Day of Prayer for Unborn Life at Our Lady’s Shrine, Knock

24 Apr 2013

Knock flier

Saturday, 4 May 2013 is designated as a national Day of prayer for Life ‘from womb to tomb’ in the Basilica at Our Lady’s Shrine, Knock. People from every parish in Ireland are invited to come to Knock for this day which will focus on prayer and liturgy for the intention of protecting Unborn Life.

Choose Life: Ireland faces a defining moment 

The decision by the present Irish Government to legislate for abortion means that Irish law will permit the direct and intentional killing of innocent unborn babies. Doctors in Ireland have confirmed that mothers already receive any life-saving treatments they need during pregnancy – and that this is achieved without directly targeting the life of the baby.

The Choose Life: We Cherish them Both, Vigil of Prayer for the Right to Life of Mothers and their Unborn Babies, is an opportunity for all people of faith and goodwill to join in prayer for mothers and unborn babies, that they will continue to be protected, cherished, and safeguarded from all harm.

Please be part of this special day and invite as many of your family, friends and loved ones as you can.

In the words of Pope Francis, before he became Pope:

“Caring for life from the beginning to the end. What a simple thing, what a beautiful thing. So, go forth and don’t be discouraged. Care for life. It’s worth it!”

Mass in honour of Saint Raymond Nonnatus, Patron Saint of Expectant Mothers, Argentina (31 August 2005)

National Prayer Vigil in Knock on Saturday 4th May 2013

The programme for the National Prayer Vigil for the right to life of Mothers and Babies is as follows:

1.00pm: Rosary Procession
With scripture reflections and personal testimonies

2.00pm: Short Presentation
Protecting the Equal Right to Life of Mothers and Unborn Children in Ireland today.

3.00pm: Holy Mass
Celebrant – Cardinal Seán Brady, Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland
Homilist: Most Reverend Brendan Leahy, Bishop of Limerick

Arranging transport to Knock

For assistance in arranging transport for a group or parish please contact:

ROI/NI (00 353 1) 505 3060

Click here to download a pdf of the information flyer for the vigil.