Pope Monthly Intention

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…

For a Church open to everyone We pray for the Church; ever faithful to, and courageous in preaching the Gospel, may the Church be a community of solidarity, fraternity and welcome, always living in an atmosphere of synodality. Read more…

For the abolition of the death penalty We pray that the death penalty, which attacks the dignity of the human person, may be legally abolished in every country. Read more…

For small businesses We pray for small and medium sized businesses; in the midst of economic and social crisis, may they find ways to continue operating, and serving their communities. Read more…

For the elderly We pray for the elderly, who represent the roots and memory of a people; may their experience and wisdom help young people to look towards the future with hope and responsibility. Read more…