Pope Benedict's Prayer Intentions for December 2009

December 2009
General: That children may be respected and loved and never be the victims of exploitation in its various forms.

Mission: That at Christmas the peoples of the earth may recognize in the Word Incarnate the light which illuminates every man and that the Nations may open their doors to Christ, the Saviour of the world.

Pope Benedict XVI Visit to the Czech Republic

The National Catholic Reporter has coverage of the papal visit to the Czech Republic here. John Allen's article here. Please pray for him during these three days, Sept. 26-28.

I Could Have Had a G8!

July 8-10 is the G8 summit in La'Quila, Italy. These summits are always contentious. Pray for peace. Pray that they will listen. Pray that there will be true progess on their agenda:" The main issues on the Italian Presidency's agenda are the economic crisis and a boost to growth, relaunching international trade, welfare policies, climate changes, development in the poor countries and in Africa, food security and safety, access to water, health, and the resolution of regional crises."

Pray for Priests

Today, June 19 2009 the feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, is the beginning of the Year for Priests. The priesthood is in the heart of Christ. Let us pray for priests. This will get you started!

Today's Prayers

Let's pray for those who may be lost on Air France Flight 447.

Let's pray for George Tiller and his family. Also for the man arrested for Tiller's murder. Story here.

Archbishop Dolan of New York

On April 15, 2009 Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan was installed as the 10th Archbishop of New York.



Let's pray for Archbishop Dolan as he begins his ministry to the archdiocese of New York; for the courage to "Be not afraid."

Father Benedict Groeschel

Today is the feast day of Fr. Groeschel's patron Saint Benedict Joseph Labre.

Let's pray for Fr. Groeschel and the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal.