Statistics surround us, often impersonal and distant. Yet, for every statistic, a deeply personal story is waiting to be told. In the chilling hours of October 31st, 2019, Annie Joy became one of the 1 in 4 women who experienced the profound grief of a miscarriage-a night that began with unsettling signs culminated in the devastating loss of her son, Michael James.
In her profound grief and searching for comfort, Annie discovered an unexpected refuge: the communion of saints.
While Annie had grown up Catholic, the saints had always seemed distant, perhaps even unrelatable. But during her deep sorrow, she realized that many of these revered figures had endured their own heartbreaks, grappling with child loss and the myriad emotions accompanying such a tragedy. They, too, had felt the emptiness, the heartbreak, and the yearning.
In "Miscarriage and the Saints," the spotlight primarily shines on these icons of the faith, including Mother Mary, St. Joseph, St. Catherine of Sweden, and St. Felicity of Rome. In these pages, Annie delves deep into their earthly journeys, highlighting their own encounters with child loss, with each chapter offering solace and understanding, revealing how these saints found purpose and hope in their pain.
Annie Joy's narrative gracefully interweaves her personal experiences with the profound stories of these saints, guiding readers on a journey of faith, grief, and the eternal hope that binds them together. This book is about a personal loss and a shared experience across time, demonstrating the enduring power of faith and the comforting embrace of the saints.
