Mothers, we have a special admiration for you and we join in the celebration of motherhood on this wonderful day – thanking all mothers for their love, sacrifice, and dedication to their children. From the moment of conception you share the most precious gift of all – the gift of life.

We also have a special concern for those mothers who are pregnant and find this to be a difficult and uncertain time. We understand and want to help you with your baby whose tiny heart began beating 18 days after conception. For confidential assistance with your pregnancy and information about alternatives to abortion call The Life Center in Hempstead at 516‐408‐6300 or www.aaapregnancyoptions.com; Regina Residence in Merrick at 516‐223‐7888 or www.catholiccharities.cc/our‐services/regina‐maternity‐services; or Birthright in Wantagh at (516) 785‐4070.

God Bless All Mothers

This tribute to mothers is made possible through generous donations from parishioners of St. Anne's and St. Joseph's Churches, members of the Knights of Columbus St. Joseph‐Bishop Baldwin Council #15809 and area residents who recognize the most sacred and important role of mothers in cooperating with God’s Divine Plan to nurture and protect all children born and pre‐born.