Our Holy Father's Prayer Intentions

JANUARY

Young People and the Example of Mary
That young people, especially in Latin America, follow the example of Mary and respond to the call of the Lord to communicate the joy of the Gospel to the world.
 

FEBRUARY

Human Trafficking
For a generous welcome of the victims of human trafficking, of enforced prostitution, and of violence.
 

MARCH

Recognition of the Right of Christian Communities
That Christian communities, especially those who are persecuted, feel that they are close to Christ and have their rights respected.
 

APRIL

Doctors and their Collaborators in War Zones
For doctors and their humanitarian collaborators in war zones, who risk their lives to save the lives of others.
 

MAY

The Church in Africa, a Seed of Unity
That the Church in Africa, through the commitment of its members, may be the seed of unity among her peoples and a sign of hope for this continent.
 

JUNE

The Mode of Life of Priests
That priests, through the modesty and humility of their lives, commit themselves actively to a solidarity with those who are most poor.
 

JULY

The Integrity of Justice
That those who administer justice may work with integrity, and that the injustice which prevails in the world may not have the last word.
 

AUGUST

Families, Schools of Human Growth
That families, through their life of prayer and love, become ever more clearly “schools of true human growth”.
 

SEPTEMBER

The Protection of the Oceans
That politicians, scientists and economists work together to protect the world’s seas and oceans.
 

OCTOBER

A Missionary “Spring” in the Church
That the breath of the Holy Spirit engender a new missionary “spring” in the church.
 

NOVEMBER

Dialogue and Reconciliation in the Near East
That a spirit of dialogue, encounter, and reconciliation emerge in the Near East, where diverse religious communities share their lives together.
 

DECEMBER

The Future of the Very Young
That every country take the measures necessary to prioritize the future of the very young, especially those who are suffering.

For Intentions from past years, click here.
 

What is the process in the preparation of the prepared prayer intentions? The faithful from around the world suggest papal prayer intentions to the international office of the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network in Rome. Through prayerful discernment the international office selects a large number of them and submits them to the Vatican for further selection, with the Pope making the final selection. The Vatican then entrusts to the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network the official set of monthly prayer intentions, which are then translated into the major world languages and published in print and digital formats.

JANUARY

Promotion of World Peace
We pray that Christians, followers of other religions, and all people of goodwill may promote peace and justice in the world.
 

FEBRUARY

Listen to the Migrants’ Cries
We pray that the cries of our migrant brothers and sisters, victims of criminal trafficking, may be heard and considered.
 

MARCH

Catholics in China
We pray that the Church in China may persevere in its faithfulness to the Gospel and grow in unity.
 

APRIL

Freedom from Addiction
We pray that those suffering from addiction may be helped and accompanied.
 

MAY

For Deacons
We pray that deacons, faithful in their service to the Word and the poor, may be an invigorating symbol for the entire Church.
 

JUNE

The Way of the Heart
We pray that all those who suffer may find their way in life, allowing themselves to be touched by the Heart of Jesus.
 

JULY

Our Families
We pray that today’s families may be accompanied with love, respect and guidance.
 

AUGUST

The Maritime World
We pray for all those who work and live from the sea, among them sailors, fishermen and their families.
 

SEPTEMBER

Respect for the Planet’s Resources
We pray that the planet’s resources will not be plundered, but shared in a just and respectful manner.
 

OCTOBER

The Laity’s Mission in the Church
We pray that by the virtue of baptism, the laity, especially women, may participate more in areas of responsibility in the Church.
 

NOVEMBER

Artificial Intelligence
We pray that the progress of robotics and artificial intelligence may always serve humankind.
 

DECEMBER

For a life of prayer
We pray that our personal relationship with Jesus Christ be nourished by the Word of God and a life of prayer.