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“The Cross of Infertility”

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Ok… there seems to be a continuation here, while trying to help a reader find the transcript of Marie Meaney’s article “Embracing the Cross of Infertility”, I found this new article which is an interview with both husband and wife by John Mallon.

Embracing the Cross of Infertility: An Interview with Marie & Joseph Meaney

At this point it seems that http://www.hli.org/ is not working at this time, but when they do get up and running again, I do highly suggest that you take a look at ordering the cd from their catalogue called “Embracing the Cross of Infertility”.

All for the Glory and Honor of God,
Hannah’s Tears

* This has just been added to this post as of 3pm July 26, 2008*
PS. one more thing…. The Grief of Infertility There is no “normal” definition for mourning

Saints Anne and Joachim

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Happy Feast Day!
Saints Ann and Joachim, parents of the Virgin Mary, at the Golden Gate
Painting by Giotto
“Dear Spouses,
It is through your love that God seeks to realize the power of His Divine Love. The future of the world and of the Church is at stake!”
John Paul II
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Someone just sent me this article that I felt you all might appreciate, if you haven’t already read it. This piece comes from Zenit and was posted yesterday. How timely considering the celebration of Humanae Vitae. I pray that the words from this interview fill you all with hope and encouragement from someone who is suffering the pains of primary infertility and is learning to embrace her cross with hope.
I feel that there are many in the Church that could learn from this article, we all have different crosses in this life, but it is also good to understand what another may be going through.
God bless you,
Hannah’s Tears
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26th July
Ss. Joachim and Anne
parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary
protectors of the Carmelite Order
By tradition Joachim and Anne are considered to be the names of the parents of Mary, the Mother of God. We have no historical evidence, however, of any elements of their lives, including their names. Any stories about Mary’s father and mother come to us through legend and tradition. We get the oldest story from a document called the Gospel of James, though in no way should this document be trusted to be factual, historical, or the Word of God. The legend told in this document says that after years of childlessness, an angel appeared to tell Anne and Joachim that they would have a child. Anne promised to dedicate this child to God (much the way that Samuel was dedicated by his mother Hannah). For those who wonder what we can learn from people we know nothing about and how we can honour them, we must focus on why they are honoured by the church. Whatever their names or the facts of their lives, the truth is that it was the parents of Mary who nurtured Mary, taught her, brought her up to be a worthy Mother of God. It was their teaching that led her to respond to God’s request with faith, “Let it be done to me as you will.” It was their example of parenting that Mary must have followed as she brought up her own son, Jesus. It was their faith that laid the foundation of courage and strength that allowed her to stand by the cross as her son was crucified and still believe. Such parents can be examples and models for all parents. Anne (or Ann) is the patron saint of Christian mothers and of women in labour.
Readings:
Jeremiah 7:1-11
Psalm 83(84):3-6, 8, 11
Matthew 13:24-30

“Climbing the Mountain of Faith”

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Here are two readings that have truly touched my heart.  I pray that they touch yours also.

God Bless, 
Hannah’s Tears

Romans 1:11-12
For I long to see  you, that I may share with you some spiritual gift so that you may be strengthened, that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by one another’s faith, yours and mine.

Psalm 147:1-11

Praise the Lord for he is good;

sing to our God for he is loving:
to him our praise is due.

The Lord builds up Jerusalem 
and brings back Israel’s exiles,
he heals the broken-hearted,
he binds up all their wounds.
He fixes the number of the stars;
he calls each one by its name.

Our Lord is great and almighty;
his wisdom can never be measured.
The Lord raises the lowly;
he humbles the wicked to the dust.
O sing to the Lord, giving thanks;
sing psalms to our God with the harp.

He covers the heavens with clouds;
he prepares the rain for the earth,
making mountains sprout with grass
and with plants to serve man’s needs.
He provides the beasts with their food
and young ravens that call upon him.

His delight is not in horses
nor his pleasure in warriors’ strength.
The Lord delights in those who revere him,
in those who wait for his love.

Psalm – prayer

God our Father, great builder of the heavenly Jerusalem, you know the number of the stars and call each of them by name.  Heal hearts that are broken, gather together those who have been scattered, and enrich us all from the plenitude of your eternal wisdom. 

“Infertility”

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This article is beautifully written by a Catholic couple who definitely know the pains of infertility. Please consider reading this as you seek God’s will regarding your faith, fertility and God’s plan for your life.
“Babies Deserve Better What You Need to Know If You’re Struggling with Infertility”

As you browse through this blog site please notice the many links to the right side of this page. There are many support sites regarding Fertility Care Support in America and Internationally, also sites regarding Catholic Teaching and Fertility.
If you have any suggestions regarding this site or comments, please let us know.




Catholic Infertility Articles

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Infertility Treatments, in Accord With Church Teaching


The moral status of in vitro fertilization (IVF) Biology and method


Infertility Treatments, in Accord With Church Teaching by Dr. Thomas Hilgers


Marriage & Infertility/Article to prove IVF is not the answer… etc.




Begotten Not Made: A Catholic View of Reproductive Technology, by John M. Haas, Phd., S.T.L.


Fertility Disorders and the Billings Ovulation Method Dr. Pilar Vigil P. Faculty of Biological Sciences Pontifical Catholic University of Chile

“Be Fruitful and Multiply ~ Your Many Gifts of Love”

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My wonderful friend Heidi Hess Saxton has started a site for “Extraordinary Moms Network”, please check out her beautiful site. It’s a new beginning as we learn to share our hearts of love with all God’s children.

I was recently asked by Heidi to write an article for her site as a guest writer… I was truly humbled. I could not have accomplished this beautiful piece without her guidance, please go to


“Be Fruitful and Multiply ~ Your Many Gifts of Love”

God bless you all throughout the following week to come, as my family and I will be away for a much needed rest. Please know that you will be in my prayers as well as all those who are a part of this ministry.

Don’t forget Our Lady of Mt. Carmel’s feast day July 16th, this coming week… she loves you all so very much!