Liturgy For Mother’s Day

The following liturgy may be used in small or large family celebrations or in gatherings of the larger worshiping community. Adapt to local needs and customs. Gathering Leader:Dear family, this day is a very special day for us all, for on this day we honor Mother. Hear the word of the Lord: "Honor your father and your mother, as the Lord your God has commanded you, that your days may be long, and that it may be well with you in the land which the Lord your God is giving you" (Deut. 5:16). Let us pray. Lord God of the universe, you who created and brought forth all things, you have given us mothers who like yourself bring forth life. Like you, our mother has nursed, nurtured, and tenderly cared over us. Feeding and clothing us, our mother has drawn us to her side, giving us her very life. Grant that we should honor her and love her, to her benefit and your glory, through Christ. Amen. The Scripture Readings Reader 1:A reading from Proverbs: (husband)"Who can find a virtuous w…