The Polish pontiff wanted to thank all mothers for choosing life in the midst of a culture that devalues motherhood.
Motherhood is often seen as an obstacle in modern culture, a "problem" that needs to be fixed. This mindset has led to an increase in women seeking abortions during the past 50 years, ending the unborn human life in their womb.
St. John Paul II lamented this situation during the canonization of St. Gianna Molla.
St. John Paul II explained how many of these mothers feel alone in their decision to choose life, but can find solace in Jesus Christ.
He then went on to thank all mothers for choosing life, praising their beautiful sacrifice.
Being a mother in a culture that devalues motherhood isn't easy, but those innumerable sacrifices, united to Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, can bear fruit in so many ways.
