March Prayer Intentions of Pope Benedict XVI

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

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

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February Prayer Intentions of Pope Benedict XVI

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

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

For more information about the Apostleship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

January Prayer Intentions of Pope Benedict XVI

Victims of Natural Disasters:  That the victims of natural disasters may receive the spiritual and material comfort they need to rebuild their lives.
Dedication to Peace:  That the dedication of Christians to peace may bear witness to the name of Christ before all men and women of good will.

For more information about the Apostleship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

Pope Benedict XVI's Intentions for December

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December's Intentions:

Peace Among All Peoples:  That all peoples may grow in harmony and peace through mutual understanding and respect.

Children and Youth:  That children and young people may be messengers of the Gospel and that they may be respected and preserved from all violence and exploitation.

For more information about the Apostleship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

Pope Benedict XVI's Intentions for November

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November's Intentions:

Eastern Catholic Churches:  That the Eastern Catholic Churches and their venerable traditions may be know and esteemed as a spiritual treasure for the whole Church.

Justice and Reconciliation in Africa:  That the African continent may find strength in Christ to pursue justice and reconciliation as set forth by the Second Synod of African Bishops.

For more information about the Apostleship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

Pope Benedict XVI's Intentions for October

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October's Intentions:

Terminally Ill:  That the terminally ill may be supported by their faith in God and the love of their brothers and sisters.

World Mission Day:  That the celebration of World Mission Day may foster in the People of God a passion for evangelization with the willingness to support the missions with prayer and economic aid for the poorest Churches.

For more information about the Apostleship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

Pope Benedict XVI's Intentions for September

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September's Intentions:

Teachers:  That all teachers may know how to communicate the love of truth and instill authentic moral and spiritual values.

Church in Asia:  That the Christian community of Asia may proclaim the Gospel with fervor, witnessing to its beauty with joy of faith.

For more information about the Apostleship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

Pope Benedict XVI Intentions for August

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August's Intentions:

World Youth Day:  That World Youth Day in Madrid may encourage young people throughout the world to hae their lives rooted and built up in Christ.
Western Christians:  That Western Christians may be open tothe action of the Holy Spirit and rediscover the freshness and enthusiasm of their faith.

For more information about the Apostlship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

Pope Benedict XVI's Intentions for July

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July's Intentions:

Those Suffering with AIDS:  That Christians may ease the physical and spiritual sufferings of those who are sick with AIDS, especially in the poorest countries.
Religious Missionary Women:  That religious women in mission territories may be witnesses ofthe joy of the Gospel and living signs of the love of Christ.

For more information about the Apostlship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

Pope Benedict XVI's Intentions for June

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June's Intentions:

Priests:  That priests, united tothe Heart of Christ, may always be true witnesses to the caringand merciful love of God.

Missionary Vocations:  That the Holy Spirit may bring forth from our communities many missionaries who are ready to be fully consecrated to sprading the Kingdom of God.

For more information about the Apostlship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

The Holy Father's Intentions for May

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May's Intentions:

Communication Media:  That those working in communication media may respect the truth, solidarity, and dignity of all people.

Church in China:  That the Lord may help the Church in China persevere in fidelity tothe Gospel and grow in unity.

For more information about the Apostlship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

The Holy Father's Intentions for April

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April's Intentions:

Evangelizing the New Generation:  That through its compelling preaching of the Gospel, the Church may give young people new reasons for life and hope.

Missionary Expansion:  That by proclamation of the Gospel and the witness of their lives, missionaries may bring Christ to those who do not yet know him.

For more information about the Apostlship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

The Holy Father's Intentions for March

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March's Intentions:

Latin American Nations:  That the nations of Latin America may walk in fidelity tothe Gospel and progress in justice and peace.

Persecuted Christians:  That the Holy Spirit may give light and strength to those in many regions of the world who are persecuted and discriminated against because of the Gospel.

For more information about the Apostlship of Prayer, visit:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

The Holy Father's Intentions for February

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February's Intentions:

Family:  Thatall may respect the family and recognize its unmatched contribution to the advancement of society.
Those Suffering from Disease:  That the Christian communities may witness to the presence of Christ in serving those who suffer from disease in those mission territories where the fight against disease is most urgent.

For more information about the Apostleship of Prayer, visit their website at:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.

Praying for the Holy Father's Intentions

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The Apostleship of Prayer joins millions world-wide offering themsleves to God each day for the good of the world, the Church, one another, and the Holy Father's intentions. 

January's Intentions:

Care of Creation:  That the riches of the created world may be preserved, valued, and made available as God's precious gift to all.

Unity of Christians:  That Christians may attain full unity, witnessing to all the universal fatherhood of God.

For more information, visit their website at:  http://www.apostleshipofprayer.org/.