Pope Monthly Intention

For World Youth Day Let us pray that the World Youth Day in Lisbon will help young people to set out on the journey,witnessing to the Gospel with their own lives. Read more

For a Eucharistic life Let us pray that Catholics may place at the centre of their lives the Eucharistic Celebration which transforms human relationships profoundly and opens up an encounter with God and their brothers and sisters. Read more

For the abolition of torture Let us pray that the international community may commit itself concretely to abolish torture, guaranteeing support to victims and their families. Read more…

For ecclesial movements and groups <BR> Let us pray that ecclesial movements and groups may daily rediscover their evangelizing mission, placing their own charisms at the service of the world’s needs.

For a non-violent culture Let us pray for a more widespread culture of non-violence, that will progress when countries and citizens alike resort less and less to the use of arms. Read more…

We pray for those who have suffered harm from members of the Church; may they find within the Church herself a concrete response to their pain and suffering. Read more…

We pray that parishes, placing communion at the centre, may increasingly become communities of faith, fraternity and welcome towards those most in need. Read more…

For educators We pray that educators may be credible witnesses, teaching fraternity rather than competition and helping the youngest and most vulnerable above all.

For volunteer not-for-profit organisations We pray for volunteer non-profit organisations committed to human development; may they find people dedicated to the common good and ceaselessly seek out new paths to international cooperation.

For children who suffer. We pray for children who are suffering, especially those who are homeless, orphans, and victims of war; may they be guaranteed access to education and the opportunity to experience family affection. Read more…