August 10.   Sunday 19C.   Infertility. Fr Thabo had been asked to include the topic of infertility in his homily as the occasion appeared appropriate and had been addressed during the 2014-5 Synods on the Family.  “The topic of infertility can be easier for some then for others to discuss.  While the Church still teaches that sex in marriage should be natural and open to life, there are an increasing number of couples who have difficulty conceiving. Prayer and faith may suggest different options to them.  They should discern well into different approaches and make the most life-giving decisions in conscience. 

Scripture:     By faith Sarah herself received power to conceive even when she was past the age. Hebrews 11:1-2,8-12.  Pope Francis.  The technological revolution in the field of human procreation has introduced the ability to manipulate the reproductive act, make it independent of the sexual relationship between a man and a woman. Let us not fall into the sin of trying to replace the Creator.  AL 56.  JUBILEE:   Openness to life and responsible parenthood is the design that the Creator has implanted in the hearts and bodies of men and women, a mission that the Lord has entrusted to spouses and to their love. For the desire of young people to give birth to new sons and daughters as a sign of the fruitfulness of their love ensures a future for every society. This is a matter of hope: it is born of hope and it generates hope.   SNC 9 Act and pray. For the needs of families of all kinds to grow in love and acceptance.