Apostleship of Prayer

Each month the Pope entrusts a prayer intention to his Worldwide Prayer Network, the Apostleship of Prayer. These intentions, which express the Pope’s concern for humanity and the mission of the Church, are made available along with a morning and evening prayer. Let’s join many others around the world and pray with the Pope.

Let us pray that children suffering from incurable diseases and their families receive the necessary medical care and support, never losing strength and hope.

Morning Prayer (of St Francis of Assisi)
Today I pray:
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.
Where there is hatred, let me bring love.
Where there is offence, pardon.
Where there is discord, let me bring union.
Where there is doubt, faith.
And where there is despair, let me bring hope.
Where there is sadness, let me bring joy.
and where there is darkness, your light.
In the name of Jesus our Lord.
Amen.

Evening Prayer
Thank you, Lord, for blessing me with health and resources: food, clothing, and prosperity.
And thank you for good health and care in times of illness.
Bless all I have met today with your love and compassion. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.