The Apostleship of Prayer

POPE BENEDICT XVI'S MONTHLY PRAYER INTENTIONS 2012

 

JANUARY

General

That the victims of natural disasters may receive the spiritual and material comfort they need  to rebuild their lives. 

Missionary

That the dedication of Christians to peace may bear witness to the name of Christ before all men and women of good will.
FEBRUARY

General

That all peoples may have access to water and other resources needed for daily life. 

Missionary

That the Lord may sustain the efforts of health workers assisting the sick and elderly in the world’s poorest regions.
MARCH

General

That the whole world may recognize the contribution of women to the development of society. 

Missionary

That the Holy Spirit may grant perseverance to those who suffer discrimination, persecution, or death for the name of Christ, particularly in Asia.
APRIL

That many young people may hear the call of Christ and follow him in the priesthood and religious life. 

Missionary

That the risen Christ may be a sign of certain hope for the men and women of the African continent.
MAY

General

That initiatives which defend and uphold the role of the family may be promoted within society.

Missionary

That Mary, Queen of the World and Star of Evangelization, may accompany all missionaries in proclaiming her Son Jesus.
JUNE

General

That believers may recognize in the Eucharist the living presence of the Risen One who accompanies them in daily life. 

Missionary

That Christians in Europe may rediscover their true identity and participate with greater enthusiasm in the proclamation of the Gospel.
JULY

General

That everyone may have work in safe and secure conditions.        

Missionary

That Christian volunteers in mission territories may witness to the love of Christ.

AUGUST

General

That prisoners may be treated with justice and respect for their human dignity. 

Missionary

That young people, called to follow Christ, may be willing to proclaim and bear witness to the Gospel to the ends of the earth.
SEPTEMBER

General

That politicians may always act with honesty, integrity, and love for the truth.

Missionary

That Christian communities may have a growing willingness to send missionaries, priests, and lay people, along with concrete resources, to the poorest Churches.
OCTOBER

General

That the New Evangelization may progress in the oldest Christian countries. 

Missionary

That the celebration of World Mission Day may result in a renewed commitment to evangelization.
NOVEMBER

General

That bishops, priests, and all ministers of the Gospel may bear the courageous witness of fidelity to the crucified and risen Lord.

Missionary

That the pilgrim Church on earth may shine as a light to the nations.
DECEMBER

General

That migrants throughout the world may be welcomed with generosity and authentic love, especially by Christian communities. 

Missionary

That Christ may reveal himself to all humanity with the light that shines forth from Bethlehem and is reflected in the face of his Church.

 

For further details about the Apostleship of Prayer you can contact the National Secretary:

Rev. Fr. Chris Chatteris SJ

St Francis Xavier Orientation Seminary

c.chatteris@jesuitinstitute.org.za

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