Holy Father’s Mission Prayer Intentions for 2010

JANUARY


Christian Unity
That every believer in Christ may be conscious that unity among all Christians is a condition for more effective proclamation of the Gospel.

FEBRUARY

The Church’s Missionary Identity
That the Church, aware of its own missionary identity, may strive to follow Christ faithfully and to proclaim His Gospel to all peoples.


MARCH

The Churches in Africa
That the Churches in Africa may be signs and instruments of reconciliation and justice in every part of that continent.

APRIL


Persecuted Christians
That Christians persecuted for the sake of the Gospel may persevere, sustained by the Holy Spirit, in faithfully witnessing to the love of God for the entire human race.

MAY


Priests, Religious and Committed Lay People
That ordained ministers, religious women and men, and lay people involved in apostolic work may understand how to infuse missionary enthusiasm into the communities entrusted to their care.

JUNE

The Churches in Asia
That the Churches in Asia, which constitute a “little flock” among non-Christian populations, may know how to communicate the Gospel and give joyful witness to their adherence to Christ.

JULY

An Urban Culture of Justice, Solidarity and Peace
That Christians may strive to offer everywhere, but especially in great urban centers, an effective contribution to the promotion of education, justice, solidarity and peace.

AUGUST


Victims of Discrimination, Hunger and Forced Emigration
That the Church may be a “home” for all people, ready to open its doors to any who are suffering from racial or religious discrimination, hunger, or wars forcing them to emigrate to other countries.

SEPTEMBER


The End of War
That by opening our hearts to love we may put an end to the numerous wars and conflicts which continue to bloody our world.

OCTOBER


World Mission Day
That the World Mission Day may afford an occasion for understanding that the task of proclaiming Christ is an absolutely necessary service to which the Church is called for the benefit of humanity.

NOVEMBER


The Continent-wide Mission in Latin America
That the Churches of Latin America may move ahead with the continent-wide mission proposed by their bishops, making it part of the universal missionary task of the People of God.

DECEMBER


Opening Our Doors to Christ
That the peoples of the earth may open their doors to Christ and to His Gospel of peace, brotherhood and justice.
                                                            

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