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For the martyrs of our day, witnesses to Christ

MARCH | For the martyrs of our day, witnesses to Christ

Let us pray that those who risk their lives for the Gospel in various parts of the world might imbue the Church with their courage and missionary drive.

FEBRUARY | For the terminally ill

FEBRUARY | For the terminally ill

Let us pray that the sick who are in the final stages of life, and their families, receive the necessary medical and human care and accompaniment.

Official Image - TPV 1 2024 EN - For the gift of diversity in the Church - 889x500

JANUARY | For the gift of diversity in the Church

Let us pray that the Spirit help us recognize the gift of different charisms within the Christian community, and to discover the richness of different ritual traditions in the heart of the Catholic Church.

For people with disabilities

DECEMBER | For people with disabilities

Let us pray that people with disabilities may be at the center of attention in society, and that institutions offer inclusion programs that enhance their active participation.

Official Image - TPV 11 2023 EN - For the Pope - 889x500

NOVEMBER | For the Pope

Let us pray for the Pope that, with the help of the Holy Spirit, he may continue to accompany in the faith the flock entrusted to him.

OCTOBER | For the Synod

Let us pray for the Church, that she may adopt listening and dialogue as a style of life at every level, allowing herself to be guided by the Holy Spirit towards the world’s peripheries.

Official Image - TPV 9 2023 EN - For people living on the margins - 889x500

SEPTEMBER | For people living on the margins

Let us pray for those people on the margins of society in subhuman living conditions, that they may not be neglected by institutions and never be cast out.

Official Image - TPV 8 2023 EN - For World Youth Day

AUGUST | For World Youth Day

Let us pray that the World Youth Day in Lisbon will help young people to set out on the journey, witnessing to the Gospel with their own lives.

Official Image - TPV 7 2023 EN - For a Eucharistic life - 889x500

JULY | For a Eucharistic life

Let us pray that Catholics place at the centre of their lives the Eucharistic Celebration, which transforms human relationships profoundly and opens up an encounter with God and their brothers and sisters.

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JUNE | For the abolition of torture

Let us pray that the international community may commit itself concretely to abolish torture, guaranteeing support to victims and their families.

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MAY | For ecclesial movements and groups

Let us pray that ecclesial movements and groups may daily rediscover their evangelizing mission, and that they place their own charisms at the service of the world’s needs.

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APRIL | For a non-violent culture

Let us pray for a more widespread culture of non-violence, that will progress when countries and citizens alike resort less and less to the use of arms.

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MARCH | For victims of abuse

We pray for those who have suffered harm from members of the Church; may they find within the Church herself a concrete response to their pain and suffering.

Official Image TPV 2 2023 EN - For parishes - 889x500

FEBRUARY | For parishes

We pray that parishes, placing communion at the centre, may increasingly become communities of faith, fraternity and welcome towards those most in need.

Official Image - TPV 1 2023 EN - For educators - 889x500

JANUARY | For educators

We pray that educators may be credible witnesses, teaching fraternity rather than confrontation and helping the youngest and most vulnerable above all.

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DECEMBER | For volunteer not-for-profit organizations

Let us pray that volunteer non-profit and human development organizations may find people willing to commit themselves to the common good and ceaselessly seek out new paths of international cooperation.

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NOVEMBER | For children who suffer

We pray for children who are suffering, especially those who are homeless, orphans, and victims of war; may they be guaranteed access to education and the opportunity to experience family affection.

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OCTOBER | For a Church open to everyone

We pray for the Church; ever faithful to, and courageous in preaching the Gospel, may the Church be a community of solidarity, fraternity and welcome, always living in an atmosphere of synodality.

Official Image - TPV 9 2022 EN - For the abolition of the death penalty - 889x500

SEPTEMBER | For the abolition of the death penalty

We pray that the death penalty, which attacks the dignity of the human person, may be legallyabolished in every country.

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AUGUST | For Small Businesses

We pray for small and medium-sized businesses; in the midst of economic and social crisis, may they find ways to continue operating, and serving their communities.

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JULY | For the Elderly

We pray for the elderly, who represent the roots and memory of a people; may their experience and wisdom help young people to look towards the future with hope and responsibility.

JUNE | For Families

We pray for Christian families around the world; may they embody and experience unconditional love and advance in holiness in their daily lives.

Official Image - TPV 5 2022 EN - For Faith-Filled Young People

MAY | For Faith-Filled Young People

We pray for all young people, called to live life to the fullest; may they see in Mary’s life the way to listen, the depth of discernment, the courage that faith generates, and the dedication to service.

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APRIL | For Health Care Workers

We pray for health care workers who serve the sick and the elderly, especially in the poorest countries; may they be adequately supported by governments and local communities.

Official Image TPV 3 2022 EN - For a Christian response to bioethical challenges

MARCH | For a Christian response to bioethical challenges

We pray for Christians facing new bioethical challenges; may they continue to defend the dignity ofall human life with prayer and action.

Official Image TPV 2 2022 EN - For religious sisters and consecrated women

FEBRUARY | For religious sisters and consecrated women

We pray for religious sisters and consecrated women; thanking them for their mission and their courage; may they continue to find new responses to the challenges of our times.

Official Image - TPV 1 2022 EN - Religious discrimination and persecution

JANUARY | Religious discrimination and persecution

We pray for all those suffering from religious discrimination and persecution; may their own rights and dignity be recognized, which originate from being brothers and sisters in the human family.

Official Image TPV 12 2021 EN - Catechists

DECEMBER | Catechists

Let us pray for the catechists, summoned to announce the Word of God: may they be its witnesses, with courage and creativity and in the power of the Holy Spirit.

NOVEMBER | People who suffer from depression

We pray that people who suffer from depression or burn‐out will find support and a light that opens them up to life.

Official Image - TPV 10 2021 EN - Missionary Disciples

OCTOBER | Missionary Disciples

We pray that every baptized person may be engaged in evangelization, available to the mission, by being witnesses of a life that has the flavour of the Gospel.

Official Image - TPV 9 2021 EN - An Environmentally Sustainable Lifestyle

SEPTEMBER | An Environmentally Sustainable Lifestyle

We pray that we all will make courageous choices for a simple and environmentally sustainable lifestyle, rejoicing in our young people who are resolutely committed to this.

Official Image - TPV 8 2021 EN - Church on the Way

AUGUST | Church on the Way

Let us pray for the Church, that she may receive from the Holy Spirit the grace and strength to reform herself in the light of the Gospel.

Official Image TPV 7 2021 EN - Social friendship

JULY | Social friendship

We pray that, in social, economic and political situations of conflict, we may be courageous and passionate architects of dialogue and friendship.

Official Image - TPV 6 2021 EN - The beauty of marriage

JUNE | The beauty of marriage

Let us pray for young people who are preparing for marriage with the support of a Christian community: may they grow in love, with generosity, faithfulness and patience.

Official Image - TPV 5 2021 EN - The world of finance

MAY: The world of finance

Let us pray that those in charge of finance will work with governments to regulate financial markets and protect citizens from its dangers.

Official Image - TPV 4 2021 EN - Fundamental rights

APRIL: Fundamental rights

Let us pray for those who risk their lives while fighting for fundamental rights under dictatorships, authoritarian regimes and even in democracies in crisis, that they may see their sacrifice and their work bear abundant fruit.

Official Image TPV 3 2021 EN - The Pope Video - The sacrament of reconciliation

MARCH: The sacrament of reconciliation

Let us pray that we may experience the sacrament of reconciliation with renewed depth, to taste the forgiveness and infinite mercy of God. And let us pray that God may give his Church merciful priests and not torturers.

Official Image TPV 2 2021 EN - The Pope Video - For women who are victims of violence

FEBRUARY: For women who are victims of violence

Let us pray for women who are victims of violence, that they may be protected by society and have their sufferings considered and heeded by all.

Official Image TPV 1 2021 EN - The Pope Video - At the service of human fraternity

JANUARY: At the service of Human fraternity

Let us pray that the Lord may give us the grace to live in full fellowship with our brothers and sisters of other religions and not fight each other, and praying for one another, open ourselves to all.

Official Image - TPV 12 2020 EN - The Pope Video - For a life of prayer

DECEMBER 2020: For a life of prayer

We pray that our personal relationship with Jesus Christ be nourished by the Word of God and a life of prayer

Official Image - TPV 11 2020 EN - The Pope Video - Artificial Intelligence

NOVEMBER 2020: Artificial Intelligence

Let us pray that the progress of robotics and artificial intelligence may always serve humankind

Official Image - TPV 10 2020 EN - The Pope Video - Women in leadership roles in the Church

OCTOBER 2020: Women in leadership roles in the Church

We pray that by the virtue of baptism, the laity, especially women, may participate more in areas of responsibility in the Church, without falling into forms of clericalism that diminish the lay charism.

Official Image - The Pope Video 9 2020 EN - The Pope Video - Respect for the Planet’s resources

SEPTEMBER 2020: Respect for the planet’s resources

Let us pray that the planet’s resources will not be plundered, but shared in a just and respectful manner.

The Pope Video August 2020 for the maritime world (Official Image)

AUGUST 2020: The maritime world

Let us pray for all those who work and live from the sea, among them sailors, fishermen and their families.

The Pope Video July 2020 for our Families (Official Image)

JULY 2020: Our families

Let us pray that today’s families may be accompanied with love, respect and guidance, and especially, that they may be protected by the State.

The Pope Video June 2020 The Way of the Heart (Official Image)

JUNE 2020: Compassion for the world

We pray that all those who suffer may find their way in life, allowing themselves to be touched by the Heart of Jesus.

The Pope Video May 2020, for deacons (Official Image)

MAY 2020: For deacons

Let us pray that deacons, faithful in their service to the Word and the poor, may be an invigorating symbol for the entire Church.

The Pope Video April 2020 - Liberation from addictions (Official Image)

APRIL 2020: Liberation from addictions

We pray that those suffering from addiction may be properly helped and accompanied.

(Official Image) The Pope Video 2020 #PrayForTheWorld

MARCH 2020: #PrayForTheWorld

In a special edition of “The Pope Video”, the Holy Father asks us to pray for the sick and the suffering, while…

The Pope Video March 2020 (official image)

MARCH 2020: Catholics in China

In The Pope Video for March, the Holy Father asks us to pray for the Church in China and calls for unity and faithfulness to the Gospel.

The Pope Video February 2020 (Official Image)

FEBRUARY 2020: Hear the cries of migrants

In The Pope Video for February, the Holy Father calls the entire world to hear the cries of migrants, many of whom are victims of criminal human trafficking.

The Pope Video January 2020 (Official Image)

JANUARY 2020: Promotion of World Peace

The Holy Father inaugurates the fifth year of The Pope Video with a special intention: inviting Christians, other believers, and all men and women of good will to promote a world of justice and peace.

The Pope Video December 2019 (Official Image)

December 2019: The future of the very young

In The Pope Video for December, the Holy Father turns his attention to the very young—to children—praying that all countries in the world will take measures to make their future a priority.

The Pope Video November 2019 (Official Image)

November 2019: Dialogue and reconciliation in the Middle East

In The Pope Video for November, the Holy Father orients his prayer intention towards dialogue among the religious communities of the Middle East, praying that “a spirit of dialogue, encounter, and reconciliation may emerge in the Middle East.”

The Pope Video October 2019 (Official Image)

October 2019: Missionary spring in the Church

In The Pope Video for October, which is being released during the inauguration of the Extraordinary Missionary Month, the Holy Father proposes imparting a “new impulse to the Church’s missionary activity.”

The Pope Video September 2019 (Official Image)

September 2019: Protecting the oceans [Extended edition]

Let us pray this month that politicians, scientists and economists work together to protect the world’s seas and oceans.

The Pope Video September 2019 (Official Image)

September 2019: Protecting the oceans

The French journalist and environmental photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand, recognized for his long cinematographic career dedicated to the care of the planet, gets behind the cameras to co-direct this September’s edition of The Pope Video, which centers on protecting the seas and oceans.

The Pope Video August 2019 (Official Image)

August 2019: Families, Schools of Human Development

In The Pope Video for August, the Holy Father asks that we take care of families and pray for them so they may become “schools of true human growth,” in which people can learn a life of prayer and love.

The Pope Video July 2019 (Official Image)

July 2019: Integrity of Justice

In The Pope Video for July, the Holy Father prays for the people who administer justice in the world, so that injustice may not have the last word.

The Pope Video June 2019 (Official Image)

June 2019: The Priests’ Way of Life

In The Pope Video for June, Francis encourages us to look with an open heart at each of the priests who work hard for all of us.

The Pope Video May 2019 (Official Image)

May 2019: The Church in Africa, a Seed of Unity

In The Pope Video for May, Francis thanks the religious sisters, priests, laity, and missionaries for their work to create dialogue and reconciliation among the various sectors of African society.

The Pope Video April 2019 (Official Image)

April 2019: Doctors and their Collaborators in War-Torn Areas

In The Pope Video for April, the Holy Father praises the work of doctors and humanitarian workers in war-torn areas, who risk their own lives to save the lives of others.

The Pope Video March 2019 (Official Image)

March 2019: Recognition of the Right of Christian Communities

In the March edition of The Pope Video, Pope Francis asks us to pray for persecuted Christians in places where religious freedom and human rights are not guaranteed.

The Pope Video February 2019 (Official Image)

February 2019: Human Trafficking

In The Pope Video for February 2019, the Holy Father asked that we pray for a generous welcome of the victims of human trafficking, of enforced prostitution, and of violence.

The Pope Video January 2019 (Official Image)

January 2019: Young People and the Example of Mary

In “The Pope Video” for January 2019, shortly before the World Youth Day begins in Panama, The Holy Father Pope Francis asked that we pray for young people’s evangelization efforts, that they may work for peace.

The Pope Video December 2018 (Official Image)

December 2018: In the service of the transmission of faith

The Holy Father Pope Francis, in the last installation this year of The Pope Video, ask those involved in communicating faith to find the most appropriate words and ways to reach each person. This video project is an initiative of the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network..

The Pope Video November 2018 (Official Image)

November 2018: In the Service of Peace

The Holy Father Pope Francis invited the world to practice peace in the little things and in social dealings. He also insisted on the need to build peace in a way that includes young people and children. This was his message in the November 2018 edition of The Pope Video, a project of the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network.

The Pope Video October 2018 (Official Image)

October 2018: The Mission of Religious

The Holy Father, in The Pope Video for October, thanked religious for their work and encouraged them to be present at the side of those most in need. In addition, he emphasized that they are essential for the Church.

The Pope Video October 2018 (Official Image)

October 2018: #PrayForTheChurch

Francis, through a new edition of The Pope Video, asks the faithful for a special effort to pray the Rosary for all the Church.

The Pope Video September 2018 (Official Image)

September 2018: Young People in Africa

The Holy Father urged that education and employment be guaranteed for African youth. This was his message in the September edition of The Pope Video.

The Pope Video August 2018 (Official Image)

August 2018: The treasure of Families

The Holy Father, through the latest installment of The Pope Video, called attention to some of the challenges that threaten families today, and emphasized the need to protect them.

The Pope Video July 2018 (Official Image)

July 2018: Priests and their Pastoral Ministry

The Holy Father called for the faithful to help priests in their work, and highlighted the importance of supporting them in situations of loneliness.

The Pope Video June 2018 (Official Image)

June 2018: Social Networks

The Holy Father, in the new The Pope Video produced by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, called users of the digital network to create an environment that respects people’s human integrity. He said that the internet is a gift of God, and that it must be used responsibly.

The Pope Video May 2018 (Official Image)

May 2018: The Mission of the Laity

The Holy Father dedicated the latest Pope Video to the mission of the laity. He invited them to be creative and not to get wrapped up in the petty details of daily life.

The Pope Video April 2018 (Official Image)

April 2018: For Those who have Responsibility in Economic Matters

The Pope insisted that those responsible for the economy guarantee opportunities for dignified work and that they avoid the reduction of the labor market. He did this in the April edition of The Pope Video.

The Pope Video March 2018 (Official Image)

March 2018: Formation in Spiritual Discernment

In the newest Pope Video, Francis is pointing out the need to teach people and communities how to discern, and to avoid falling into the “culture of death.

The Pope Video February 2018 (Official Image)

February 2018: Say “No” to Corruption

In the February Pope Video, Francis speaks about the consequences of corruption and calls for the condemnation of this evil.

The Pope Video January 2018 (Official Image)

January 2018: Religious Minorities in Asia

The Holy Father, in the first The Pope Video this year prepared by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, calls for respect for religious minorities in Asia.

The Pope Video December 2017 (Official Image)

December 2017: For the elderly

In The Pope Video of December, Francis asks us to pray that the elderly of every culture will be respected and taken into consideration.

The Pope Video November 2017 (Official Image)

November 2017: To witness to the Gospel in Asia

In the latest edition of the The Pope Video from the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, the Holy Father prays for coexistence and mutual understanding among Christians and followers of other religions in Asia.

The Pope Video October 2017 (Official Image)

October 2017: Rights of workers and the unemployed

The Holy Father, in this month’s Pope Video from the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, is calling for the protection of workers’ rights around the world.

The Pope Video September 2017 (Official Image)

September 2017: Parishes at the service of the mission

In the The Pope Video for September from the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, Francis calls for parishes at the service of the mission.

The Pope Video August 2017 (Official Image)

August 2017: For Artists

Pope Francis and the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network present the 20th The Pope Video. This month the Holy Father stresses the importance of the work of artists to “infect” people with joy and contribute to the transformation of society.

The Pope Video July 2017 (Official Image)

July 2017: Those distant from the Christian faith

The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network is releasing the July The Pope Video, in which Francis calls us to be close to people who have distanced themselves from Christ, and underlines the importance of joy in promoting the Gospel message.

The Pope Video June 2017 (Official Image)

June 2017: Eliminate arms trade

The June edition of the The Pope Video, from the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, is focused on the elimination of the arms trade.

The Pope Video May 2017 (Official Image)

May 2017: Christians of Africa, witnesses for peace

Pope Francis and the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network present the 17th edition of The Pope Video. This month, the Holy Father makes a heartfelt appeal for Christians in Africa, so that they can give a testimony of justice and peace.

The Pope Video April 2017 (Official Image)

April 2017: Youth

The Pope and his Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network present this month’s ”The Pope Video”. Using images from popular youth activities, such as CrossFit, Francis challenges young people to go after their vocation to build a better world.

The Pope Video March 2017 (Official Image)

March 2017: Help persecuted Christians

In a production that evokes the 90s hit film “The Usual Suspects”, Pope Francis in this month’s “The Pope Video” denounces the persecution of Christians that is occurring in various parts of the world.

The Pope Video February 2017 (Official Image)

February 2017: Welcome the needy

he February’s “The Pope Video” draws from the popular “mannequin challenge” to invite the entire world to leave aside the culture of passivity and indifference.

The Pope Video January 2017 (Official Image)

January 2017: Christians serving humanity

n its first edition for 2017, the January The Pope Video, “Christians serving the challenges facing humanity,” seeks to motivate believers to work together to serve the neediest among us.

The Pope Video December 2016 (Official Image)

December 2016: End to Child‐Soldiers

The Pope Video December edition is released. “Child Soldiers” seeks to raise awareness about this slavery victimizing children. Great expectations for the intentions coming in 2017.

The Pope Video November 2016 (Official Image)

November 2016: Countries Receiving Refugees

The Pope Video presents Countries Receiving Refugees; officially launched in the framework of Core Values, the event that exposes the challenge of transmitting values in the Digital Era.

The Pope Video October 2016 (Official Image)

October 2016: Journalists

In the October The Pope Video, Pope Francis is deeply concerned with a cause that is always relevant: the exercise of the journalistic profession. And for that, journalists have joined the Pope to support his monthly intention.

The Pope Video September 2016 (Official Image)

September 2016: For a more human society

Everyday situations such as coexistence in community, work in a factory and customer care are some of the images that the September The Pope Video shows to raise awareness of the crisis we are facing.

The Pope Video August 2016 (Official Image)

August 2016: Sports, a culture of encounter

The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network launched the eighth edition of The Pope Video, the video series created to disseminate the monthly intentions of Pope Francis for the challenges of humanity. In his August video he says “that sports can contribute to the peaceful coexistence of all peoples of the world.”

The Pope Video July 2016 (Official Image)

July 2016: Indigenous Peoples

The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network launched the seventh edition of The Pope Video, the video series created to disseminate the monthly intentions of Pope Francis for the challenges facing humanity. In his July video he asks us to hear “the deepest longings of indigenous peoples.”

The Pope Video June 2016 (Official Image)

June 2016: Solidarity in Cities

The Pope Video, in its sixth edition, highlights “the aged, marginalized, and those who have no one.

The Pope Video May 2016 (Official Image)

May 2016: Respect for Women

The Pope Video reaches its fifth edition in May, now “Respect for Women.”

The Pope Video April 2016 (Official Image)

April 2016: Small farmers

In an intention that is the subject of frequent debate, Pope Francis in the April “The Pope Video” asks for prayer for small farmers.

The Pope Video March 2016 (Official Image)

March 2016: For children and families in difficulty

The Pope Video for March, focused in “children and families in difficulty,” is the third edition of the campaign by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network (Apostleship of Prayer).

The Pope Video February 2016 (Official Image)

February 2016: Care for Creation

In the February Pope Video, Pope Francis asks people to pray for the care of creation.

The Pope Video January 2016 (Official Image)

January 2016: Interreligious Dialogue

That sincere dialogue among men and women of different faiths may produce the fruits of peace and justice.

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