Papal Prayer for August: We be more aware of the problem of millions of refugees and that concrete solutions may be found.

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That public opinion may be more aware of the problem of millions of displaced persons and refugees and that concrete solutions may be found for their often tragic situation.

Papal Prayer for June: That international attention towards the poorer countries may give rise to more concrete help...

That international attention towards the poorer countries may give rise to more concrete help, in particular to relieve them of the crushing burden of foreign debt.

Papal Prayer for April: That Christians may be signs of hope

That Christians who work in areas where the conditions of the poor, weak, women, and children are most tragic, may be signs of hope, thanks to their courageous testimony to the Gospel of solidarity and love.

Papal Prayer Intention for March: the role of women may be more appreciated and used to good advantage in every country in the world.

That the role of women may be more appreciated and used to good advantage in every country in the world.

Holy Father's Prayer Intentions For January 2009

From Family Photos - 2008

Holy Father's Prayer Intentions For 2009: "That the family may become more and more a place of training in charity, personal growth and transmission of the faith."

Holy Father's Prayer Intention for December 2008

That in the face of a spreading culture of violence and death, the Church, through her apostolic and missionary activities, may courageously promote a culture of life.

Holy Father's Prayer Intention for November 2008

That the testimony of love offered by the Saints, may fortify Christians in their service to God and neighbour, imitating Christ who came not to be served but to serve.

Holy Father's Prayer Intention for October 2008

That the Synod of Bishops may help bishops and theologians as well as catechists and pastoral workers engaged in the service of the Word of God transmit with courage the truth of the faith in communion with the entire Church.

Prayer Intention for September

That those who are forced to leave home and country because of war or oppressive regimes may be supported by Christians in the defense and protection of their rights.

HOLY FATHER'S PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR AUGUST

That the human family may learn to respect God’s plan for the world and become ever more aware that Creation is God’s great gift.

Prayer Intention for July 2008

That there may be an increase in the number of those who volunteer to serve the Christian community with generous and prompt availability.

Better Late than Never

Papal Prayer intentions for June: That Christians may cultivate a deep and personal friendship with Christ so they are able to communicate the strength of His love to those they encounter.

Prayer of the Faithful - Last one of the year

That those fallen away from their faith be moved by the Holy Spirit to return to the family of God;

That the President of the United States be led by God's wisdom to make good decisions;

That those families suffering due to the natural disasters in Asia find shelter, sustenance, love and peace;

That parents, always relying on God's help, be loving, strong, and faith filled teachers of their children;

That the families of Our Lady of Lourdes and St. Bernadette embarking on summer vacations have safe travels and fun times;