Talking Points for Clergy – Resources
These resources are specifically relevant to the topic of Miscarriage and Stillbirth and offered by the Office of NFP. They are explained in more detail on the Talking Points for Priests – Resources Page.
Office of NFP Resources
Miscarriage & Loss Resources Rackcard
Printed rackcards and webpage with miscarriage and loss resources to hand out to parishioners. To request professionally printed rack cards, free of charge, contact the Office of NFP at 314-997-7576 or stlnfp@archstl.org.
Mother’s Day and Father’s Day resources
Be mindful of the emotions parents who have experienced miscarriage or child loss may feel around Mother’s and Father’s Day. We’ve compiled some suggestions for celebrating Mother’s Day & Father’s Day with sensitivity.
Medical resources
External Resources
Virtual Resources
- Red Bird Ministries – Catholic ministry that focuses on grief support in loss.
Liturgical Resources
- Naming and Commendation Rite
- Funeral Readings for Children who Died before Baptism
- Blessing of Parents After a Miscarriage or Stillbirth (from Book of Blessings)
- Catholic Miscarriage Support – Burials and Names
- Pastoral Guidelines on the Celebration of Liturgical Rights for Mourning the Loss of an Unborn Child or Infant
- A Quick Reference Guide to Liturgical Rites for Deceased Infants and Their Families