Greetings (see second reading)
We are gathered in the name of Jesus: he was rich but became poor for our sake to make us rich out of his poverty. He brought us life and healing. May his life and grace be always with you. R/ And also with you.
Introduction by the Celebrant
A. God Is Pro-Life
Two great enemies in life are death and illness. Almost
every one of us is scared of them. Are we convinced that God too is pro-life,
that he is an enemy of death? Even the Old Testament assures us: "Death is
not of God's making." Jesus' resurrection is the sign that death has been
overcome in its roots. It is the gate to life. In this eucharist we express our
faith that we believe in Jesus as the Lord of life.