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.

We pray that those with a terminal illness, and their families, receive the necessary physical and spiritual care and accompaniment.

Morning Prayer

You have made this day, O Lord; may I spend it well in your service: Praying at all times, serving your people, whom I meet this day with love and care. I pray for the intentions of Pope Francis in union with people throughout the world: that the sick who are in the final stages of life, and their families, receive the necessary medical and human care and accompaniment. I make this prayer with Mary Our Lady and through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Evening Prayer

Father, as I prepare for sleep tonight, let me know the warmth of your love. In your mercy, soothe my pain, whether in my body, mind or soul. Grant me a restful night of sleep so that when I awake, I’m strengthened to do your will. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.