Supporting Families After Miscarriage

“Let the children come to me, do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of God.” – Mark 10:14

For Families Experiencing Miscarriage

You are not alone.

We are deeply sorry for your loss. The Zelie Ministry exists to walk with you in your grief and remind you that your child’s life mattered, no matter how brief.

Available Resources

💜 Request a Free Care Package
- Includes a support letter, prayer items, resources, and comfort gifts.
- Email Laura at zelieministry@gmail.com to request a care package for you or a loved one.

📚 Resources for Healing and Hope
- Updated list of local, regional, and national resources
- The Power of Naming Your Child (In Development)

🙏 We are here to pray with you
- Reach out to Laura at zelieministry@gmail.com for spiritual support, accompaniment, or just someone to listen

For Parishes and Ministries

Creating a culture of compassion and visibility.
Miscarriage often happens silently, but the Church is called to recognize and support these families with pastoral sensitivity.

Parish Resources

📋 Miscarriage Response Guide
- How to respond when you learn of a family’s loss: Solace and Strength in the Sorrow of Miscarriage

🕯️ Liturgical and Memorial Options
- Order for the Naming and Commendation of an Infant Who Died before Birth
- Blessings of Parents after a Miscarriage or Stillbirth
- Guidance on Masses of Remembrance (coming soon)

🎓 Get the Word Out
- Raise awareness with Bulletin Inserts (coming soon)
- Homily Helps and Pulpit Announcements (coming soon)
- Great for Respect Life Month or Mother’s/Father’s Day

For Clergy and Pastoral Ministers

Accompanying with tenderness and truth.
Priests, deacons, and pastoral leaders are often the first to hear of a loss. Your presence matters deeply.

Suggested resources

📖 Solace and Strength in the Sorrow of Miscarriage
🙏 Blessing of Parents after Miscarriage or Stillbirth
📘 Order for the Naming and Commendation of an Infant Who Died before Birth
🕊️ The Hope of Salvation for Infants Who Die Without Being Baptised
📞 Contact Kevin Jorrey at kjorrey@toledodiocese.org for help navigating pastoral conversations

Named for St. Zélie Martin, the mother of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, who herself lost four children in infancy and miscarriage. May her intercession bring you peace.