Pope's Prayer Intention for August 2024
Let us pray that political leaders be at the service of their own people, working for integral human development and the common good, taking caring of those who have lost their jobs and giving priority to the poorest."
Pope's Prayer Intention for July 2024
This month, let us pray for the pastoral care of the sick. Let us pray that the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick grant the Lord’s strength to those who receive it and to their loved ones, and that it may become for everyone an ever more visible sign of compassion and hope.
"The Psalms open us to prayer"
In his 19 June general audience, Pope Francis continued catechetical cycle on how the Holy Spirit guides the People of God through salvation history, speaking about the Book of Psalms.
"There's a word that touches the heart"
In his 12 June general audience, Pope Francis continued catechetical cycle on how the Holy Spirit guides the People of God through salvation history, speaking about knowing God's love through Scripture.
Pope's Prayer Intention for June 2024
Let us pray that migrants fleeing from war or hunger, forced to undertake journeys fraught with danger and violence, may find welcome and new living opportunities.
"Jesus makes us truly free"
In his 5 June general audience, Pope Francis continued catechetical cycle on how the Holy Spirit guides the People of God through salvation history, speaking about freedom.
"Heaven and earth are full of your glory"
In his 29 May general audience, Pope Francis began a new catechetical cycle on how the Holy Spirit guides the People of God through salvation history, speaking about the Holy Spirit's action in creation.
"Humility is the gateway to all the virtues"
In his 22 May general audience, Pope Francis concluded his catechetical cycle on vices and virtues, speaking about humility.
Catechesis on Vices & Virtues
A collection of Pope Francis’ audiences on vices and virtues (2024), downloadable as a free eBook.
"Christian love embraces what is not lovable"
In his 15 May general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechetical cycle on vices and virtues, speaking about hope.