These are Pope Francis’ prayer intentions for 2024
Each month Pope Francis shares a prayer intention as part of the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network.
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Synod ‘setting the stages for future changes’ on role of women, first woman presides over assembly
Synod on Synodality is an assembly meant to advise Pope Francis on how the Catholic Church can more fully incorporate all of its members
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Catholic groups rally for climate justice ahead of COP28 in Dubai
Catholic organizations seek to establish a robust Loss and Damage Fund aimed at mitigating the unjust consequences of climate change
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Pope Francis calls for immediate release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas
Pope Francis appealed for the immediate release of more than 100 hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza
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Pope Francis stresses futility of violence in Israel-Hamas conflict
The pontiff voiced deep concern about the dire situation in Gaza, which has witnessed numerous innocent victims
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Vatican safeguarding group calls on Synod on Synodality to address abuse in the Church
The Vatican’s safeguarding commission has called on the Synod on Synodality to make sexual abuse “an explicit part” of discussions during the October assembly.
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Global church leaders calls for end of violence amidst Holy Land crisis
Church leaders call for an immediate end to "violent and military activities that bring harm to both Palestinian and Israeli civilians."
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Pope Francis, Jerusalem patriarch react to violence between Israel and Hamas
Pope Francis and the Latin patriarch of Jerusalem called for peace after Israel declared “war” following a major attack by Hamas fighters over the weekend.
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Pope Francis calls for peace amidst escalating Israel-Palestine conflict
Over the past 15 years, Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip have led to the deaths of thousands of Palestinians
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‘Laudate Deum’: Pope appeals for global action to combat climate crisis
He emphasized the severe consequences of this crisis, particularly for vulnerable populations around the world
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Read Pope Francis’ response to the dubia presented to him by 5 cardinals
Five cardinals have sent a set of questions known as “dubia” to Pope Francis to express their concerns and seek clarification on points of doctrine and discipline ahead of this week’s opening of th…
