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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Manila Church calls lay faithful to speak truth, act amid crisis and misinformation
Manila cardinal urges Catholics to resist apathy, confront misinformation, and begin evangelization at home amid social and global crises
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Cardinal David: ‘Idolatry of self’ drives conflict, undermines peace
Cardinal David urges communion and unity, warning self-centered nationalism and division fuel conflict and erode human dignity worldwide
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Seoul parishes take lead in preparing for World Youth Day 2027
Seoul parishes begin organizing for WYD 2027, focusing on hospitality, prayer, and shared responsibility in hosting global pilgrims
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Catholic leaders back Pakistan’s diplomatic push to bridge US–Iran divide
Pakistan pursues mediation in US–Iran war, with Church figures urging dialogue, compromise, and renewed efforts to prevent escalation
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Philippine cardinal challenges use of religious imagery in political leadership
A Filipino cardinal warns U.S. Catholics that mixing religion and politics may distort faith and weaken democratic accountability
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Magsaysay awardee, missionary surgeon Sr. Eva Maamo dies at 85
Ramon Magsaysay awardee St. Paul de Chartres Sr. Eva Fidela Maamo has died at age 85.
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Jesuit leader warns of ‘hidden crisis’ of priestly burnout, calls for return to God
Jesuit reflection in Bangkok retreat highlights emotional toll on clergy, urging deeper support systems and renewed focus on spiritual well-being
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Bishops push Quezon officials to act on coal ban amid rising global tensions
Church leaders urge Quezon officials to fast-track a coal ban as global tensions expose risks of fossil fuel dependence
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Church’s distance from poor deepens silence on injustice and war, bishop warns
Bishop Gerardo Alminaza warns Church’s distance from poor fuels silence, allowing injustice and war to persist unchecked
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Southeast Asia’s New Year traditions reveal shared call to transformation, Jesuit leader says
Cultural rituals centered on water and renewal reflect enduring human longing for change, responsibility, and new beginnings, a Jesuit says
