Couples carrying the cross of infertility are in our families, among our friends, and in our pews. They need to know that they have many gifts that can bear fruit in the Diocese of Lansing, that their marriages are life-giving in many beautiful ways, and that God has not abandoned them—and neither have we.
"Struggling with infertility and miscarriage is a great burden for couples, especially when they so deeply desire to live out their vocation to welcome the gift of children from God. All may seem hopeless. In moments such as these, remember that despite infertility, couples 'can have a married life that is filled with love and meaning.' Throughout this struggle, the husband and wife can turn to the Lord God of all creation and ask that His will be done. This great act of faith, accompanied by striving to seek ways to live the fruitfulness of their conjugal union, including prayerful discernment about adoption or foster parenting, will fortify spouses and help them live their vocation in the love of the Holy Spirit."
-U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops
Infertility is a burden most couples don’t expect to carry. Infertility often feels like a long and lonely path. But you are not alone! As a Catholic infertility ministry, Springs in the Desert is more than just a ministry; it is a place of respite, solidarity, and encouragement – wherever you are on the path of infertility, or in the experience of pregnancy loss. Springs in the Desert has created a community built on faith in Christ and His good plan of fruitfulness for each one of us.