Re-Riting Ritual for Reproductive Loss: An Inclusive Support Resource for Catholics Experiencing Reproductive Loss

Abstract

“Re-Riting Ritual for Reproductive Loss” is a resource to ritually support Catholics experiencing different forms of reproductive loss. Rooted in intentional and inclusive language, this resource invites individuals and families to reimagine ritual and prayer in a way that honors their lived experiences of loss. This resource exists to pastorally empower individuals/families to create their own lay-led rituals; it lives to be adapted by each user. The resource contains liturgical elements and ritual pieces, a miscellaneous toolbox to accompany families through loss; many of these pieces involve adaptation of familiar ritual elements to better suit the needs of these individuals/families.