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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QC children fold 2,000 paper cranes in global plea for peace
As tensions in the Middle East remain high, children in a Metro Manila parish are quietly advancing a global plea
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Japanese cardinal presses Church to confront war rhetoric, defend human dignity
Tokyo cardinal urges faithful to reject violence, confront despair, and recover unity through discernment amid global conflict
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Australia ordains second Filipino bishop
A Filipino priest was ordained auxiliary bishop of Perth on April 16, becoming the archdiocese’s first prelate from
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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
