Pope Benedict XVI
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Monday, November 5th, 2012General Intention: Ministers of the Gospel. That bishops, priests, and all ministers of the Gospel may bear the courageous witness of fidelity to the crucified and risen Lord. Missionary Intention: Pilgrim Church. That the pilgrim Church on earth may shine as a light to the nations.
Pope Benedict’s Intentions for June
Friday, June 1st, 2012General: That believers may recognize in the Eucharist the living presence of the Risen One who accompanies them in daily life. Mission: That Christians in Europe may rediscover their true identity and participate with greater enthusiasm in the proclamation of the Gospel.
Pope Benedict’s Intentions for May
Friday, May 4th, 2012General: That initiatives which defend and uphold the role of the family may be promoted within society. Mission: That Mary, Queen of the World and Star of Evangelization, may accompany all missionaries in proclaiming her Son Jesus.
Pope Benedict’s Intentions for March
Thursday, March 1st, 2012General: That the whole world may recognize the contribution of women to the development of society. Mission: That the Holy Spirit may grant perseverance to those who suffer discrimination, persecution, or death for the name of Christ, particularly in Asia.
On Jesus, Prayer
Monday, December 5th, 2011From the Holy Father’s November 30th General Audience: In our catechesis on prayer, we now turn to Jesus, who by his own example most fully reveals the mystery of Christian prayer. A significant moment in this regard is Jesus’ prayer following his Baptism, which expresses his both his deepest identity as the Son of God [...]
The Holy Father’s Intentions for Decemeber
Thursday, December 1st, 2011General: That all peoples may grow in harmony and peace through mutual understanding and respect. Mission: That children and young people may be messengers of the Gospel and that they may be respected and preserved from all violence and exploitation.
Pope Benedict’s Intentions for November
Thursday, November 3rd, 2011General: That the Eastern Catholic Churches and their venerable traditions may be known and esteemed as a spiritual treasure for the whole Church. Mission: That the African continent may find strength in Christ to pursue justice and reconciliation as set forth by the second Synod of African Bishops.
The Year of Faith
Tuesday, October 18th, 2011Pope Benedict has issued a Motu Proprio announcing the celebration of a “Year of Faith.” The yearlong celebration, from October 11, 2012-November 24, 2013, will mark not only the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council, it will also commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The Holy [...]
Pope Benedict’s Intentions for September
Thursday, September 1st, 2011General: That all teachers may know how to communicate love of the truth and instill authentic moral and spiritual values. Missionary Intention: That the Christian communities of Asia may proclaim the Gospel with fervor, witnessing to its beauty with the joy of faith.
Pope Benedict’s Intentions for May
Monday, May 2nd, 2011General Intention: That those who work in the media may always respect truth, solidarity, and the dignity of each person. Missionary Intention: That the Lord may grant the church in China the capacity to persevere in fidelity to the Gospel and to grow in unity.
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