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A Prayer to the Holy Spirit

January 19, 2007 by Minnesota Mom Filed Under: Minnesota Me, Miscarriage, Prayer, Pregnancy 43 Comments

…in our time of trial.

We lost our little one today, (I was 11 weeks along), and for now I would just like to share this beautiful, consoling poem that was given to me by my dear friend Tina.

Come, Holy Spirit, fill my heart with Your holy gifts. Let my weakness be penetrated with Your strength this very day that I may fulfill all the duties of my state conscientiously, that I may do what is right and just. Let my charity be such as to offend no one, and hurt no one’s feelings; so generous as to pardon sincerely any wrong done to me.

Assist me, O Holy Spirit, in all my trials of life, enlighten me in my ignorance, advise me in my doubts, strengthen me in my weakness, help me in all my needs, protect me in temptations and console me in afflictions. Graciously hear me, O Holy Spirit, and pour Your light into my heart, my soul, and my mind. Assist me to live a holy life and to grow in goodness and grace.

Amen.

I am so grateful for all of your prayers throughout this pregnancy and now during this miscarriage. You are a tremendous blessing in my life–you truly are–and I am offering up prayers of thanksgiving to our Lord and our dear Blessed Mother for your kindness and your love.

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  1. Momto5Minnies says

    January 19, 2007 at 11:10 pm

    (((MARGARET)))

    My heart aches for you … so, so sorry. I too know the loss of miscarriage.

    What a beautiful poem you have shared. My prayers are with you.

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  2. Mb says

    January 19, 2007 at 11:15 pm

    I am so very sorry, Margaret.
    Please be assured of our prayers for you, your husband, your children and all your extended family.
    Love,
    Mb

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  3. Kristen Laurence says

    January 19, 2007 at 11:32 pm

    Oh, dearest, dearest Margaret. Words simply cannot do justice to how sad I am for this loss! All of us readers will be sharing in your passion. My prayers are with you and your family as you move from sadness to joy and consolation.

    That is a lovely prayer. You are a beautiful witness to all. +++

    Love,
    Kristen

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  4. Jennifer says

    January 19, 2007 at 11:40 pm

    Margaret, I am heartbroken for you. We have been praying for you all afternoon. I’m so, so sorry.

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  5. Len & Heather says

    January 19, 2007 at 11:59 pm

    I know that words don’t really heal this kind of wound. I will pray for you and your family.

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  6. Cheryl says

    January 20, 2007 at 12:02 am

    Margaret,
    Two years ago tonight, I was going through my miscarriage. It’s so sad…I will pray for you.

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  7. Lucy says

    January 20, 2007 at 12:09 am

    I am so sorr for you.

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  8. Jane Ramsey says

    January 20, 2007 at 12:29 am

    Dear Margaret,
    I’m so, so sorry. I know how much you loved (love!) this baby and how happy you were to be pregnant again. I can’t imagine your sorrow and pain at this time. All you can do is cling to Jesus. And know that there is much love, many tears, and prayers for you from all your “friends of the heart”.

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  9. MacBeth Derham says

    January 20, 2007 at 12:55 am

    So sorry, Margaret! Our prayers for comfort are with you.

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  10. Beth says

    January 20, 2007 at 12:58 am

    De-Lurking to tell you that I am so very sorry for your loss. I, too, have been there. I am sorry.

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  11. mary says

    January 20, 2007 at 1:31 am

    i’m so very sorry. peace

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  12. Love2Learn Mom says

    January 20, 2007 at 1:38 am

    Our prayers are with you. Thank you for sharing your dear little one’s life with us.

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  13. Katherine in TX says

    January 20, 2007 at 1:42 am

    Margaret, I’m so sorry. You continue to be in my prayers. I also wanted to tell you that I talked to Jennifer in the hospital today and she said to tell you that she is very sorry and that you are in her prayers.

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  14. Paula in MN says

    January 20, 2007 at 2:41 am

    Margaret, I just got home to this devastating news. I am so sorry. I am praying for all of you right now.

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  15. Marjorie says

    January 20, 2007 at 2:48 am

    Il y a une rose pour toi et ton petit chez moi. You are in my thoughts and prayers tonight.

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  16. Alice says

    January 20, 2007 at 3:01 am

    Dearest, dearest Margaret, I am so devastated to read this and so very, very, very sorrowful for you. This is such a grief and loss.

    I cannot say anything more, Margaret. I am praying for you, dear friend.

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  17. Jamie says

    January 20, 2007 at 3:54 am

    Margaret,
    My heart goes out to you and your family. We will be praying for you! I pray this prayer to the Holy Spirit every day, and take for granted it’s power and grace, thank you for sharing it in your time of sorrow. God be with you and may Mother Mary wrap her mantle around you!
    Love, Jamie

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  18. meredith says

    January 20, 2007 at 4:24 am

    Am SO sorry for yor loss, offering prayers for you and that little soul in heaven. God Bless.

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  19. Melissa says

    January 20, 2007 at 4:38 am

    I am so very sorry, dear Margaret. I am praying for you now in your time of sorrow and loss.

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  20. betty says

    January 20, 2007 at 4:40 am

    Words aren’t adequate at a time like this…just know that so many people are lifting you and yours up in prayer.

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  21. Ladybug Mommy Maria says

    January 20, 2007 at 5:09 am

    Dear Margaret,

    Sending you hugs from our home in your time of loss.

    When you meet your dear child in Heaven one day – you will get the best hug and a glorious, “Thank you!”

    Love to you!

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  22. Kimberlee says

    January 20, 2007 at 5:15 am

    Margaret, I am so very sorry for your loss. It is such a hard cross. My prayers are with you. Love, Kimberlee

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  23. Mom of boys says

    January 20, 2007 at 5:52 am

    I am so sorry – our prayers are with you and your family!

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  24. Theresa says

    January 20, 2007 at 6:41 am

    ((Margaret & family)) lifting you before the throne of grace and praying for His love and comfort to be heavy upon you at this time.

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  25. Leonie says

    January 20, 2007 at 7:42 am

    Hugs for you all, Margaret.

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  26. The Dunnes says

    January 20, 2007 at 7:59 am

    Margaret,
    I am so very sorry to hear that your little one was taken so soon. You and your family are in my prayers.

    Your blog does so much to brighten my day, I’m so sad to hear of your loss.

    Fondly,
    Mirissa

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  27. anon says

    January 20, 2007 at 12:44 pm

    Prayers and love from afar.

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  28. Angel says

    January 20, 2007 at 12:54 pm

    What a beautiful prayer that is. My prayer is that it will help to carry you through. My thoughts and prayers have been, and will be, with you, Margaret.

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  29. Suzanne Temple says

    January 20, 2007 at 1:28 pm

    Oh Margaret, I am so, so, sorry.

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  30. Kelly says

    January 20, 2007 at 2:17 pm

    {{Margaret}}

    I’m so very, very sorry. Praying that the Lord will continue to uphold you during this sad time.

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  31. Matilda says

    January 20, 2007 at 4:25 pm

    Oh dear Margaret, our prayers our yours!

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  32. Robynn Frame says

    January 20, 2007 at 5:23 pm

    You and your family will be in our prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. May God Bless you and keep you.

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  33. Christine says

    January 20, 2007 at 5:42 pm

    You and your family are in my prayers. May Mary wrap her mantle around all of you.

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  34. Jennie C. says

    January 20, 2007 at 6:25 pm

    Oh, Margaret. I’m so very, very sorry. My love to all of you.

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  35. Jill says

    January 20, 2007 at 6:47 pm

    I logged in today because I am always uplifted and inspired by you. Today I see sad news, and today I cry deep tears for the loss of your little one. And still I am inspired. I see your faith shining even in this dark time. You are in my prayers.

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  36. momwats8 says

    January 20, 2007 at 6:51 pm

    Margaret – I saw this through another 4RealLearning person’s blog. I lost a baby at 16 weeks in December. I am feeling so much for you. I will be praying for you and know I am deeply sorry for your loss.

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  37. nutmeg says

    January 20, 2007 at 7:17 pm

    Margaret…

    I have experienced this loss and still ache at times.

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What an awesome faith you have. Thank you for allowing us in.

    Much love.

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  38. Beth Pack says

    January 20, 2007 at 7:36 pm

    Margaret, I am so so sorry. I will keep your family, including your little saint in heaven, in my prayers.

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  39. alma mater says

    January 20, 2007 at 7:53 pm

    May you have the consolation of Our Lady. I am sorry for your loss, Margaret.

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  40. Ruth says

    January 20, 2007 at 7:59 pm

    Margaret, I am so sorry. May our Blessed Mother comfort you tonight as she is holding your baby in her arms. God bless you.

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  41. Mary Ellen Barrett says

    January 20, 2007 at 8:13 pm

    I’m so, so sorry Margaret. I know how heartbreaking this is and I will lift you up in prayer.

    Love,
    Mary Ellen

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  42. 4andcounting says

    January 21, 2007 at 6:14 am

    I’ve said a prayer for you and your family. I can’t imagine your loss.

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  43. Karen E. says

    January 21, 2007 at 2:10 pm

    You know how sad I am for you, Margaret … Tina has shared such a beautiful prayer … may it bring you comfort as you grieve.

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