Drug Addicts and Victims of Every Form of Dependence General: That victims of drugs or of other dependence may, thanks to the support of the Christian community, find in the power of our Saving God strength for a radical life-change. The Continent-wide Mission in Latin America Missionary: That the Churches of Latin America may move […] Read more…

Catholic Universities General: That Catholic Universities may more and more be places where, in the light of the Gospel, it is possible to experience the harmonious unity existing between faith and reason. World Mission Day Missionary: That the World Mission Day may afford an occasion for understanding that the task of proclaiming Christ is an […] Read more…

The Word of God as Sign of Social Development General: That in less developed parts of the world the proclamation of the Word of God may renew people’s hearts, encouraging them to work actively toward authentic social progress. The End of War Missionary: That by opening our hearts to love we may put an end […] Read more…

The Unemployed and the Homeless General: That those who are without work or homes or who are otherwise in serious need may find understanding and welcome, as well as concrete help in overcoming their difficulties. Victims of Discrimination, Hunger and Forced Emigration Missionary: That the Church may be a “home” for all people, ready to […] Read more…

Justice in Electing those who Govern General: That in every nation of the world the election of officials may be carried out with justice, transparency and honesty, respecting the free decisions of citizens. An Urban Culture of Justice, Solidarity and Peace Missionary:That Christians may strive to offer everywhere, but especially in great urban centers, an […] Read more…

Respect for Human Life General: That every national and transnational institution may strive to guarantee respect for human life from conception to natural death. The Churches in Asia Missionary: That the Churches in Asia, which constitute a “little flock” among non-Christian populations, may know how to communicate the Gospel and give joyful witness to their […] Read more…

Human Trafficking General: That the shameful and monstrous commerce in human beings, which sadly involves millions of women and children, may be ended. Priests, Religious and Committed Lay People Missionary: That ordained ministers, religious women and men, and lay people involved in apostolic work may understand how to infuse missionary enthusiasm into the communities entrusted […] Read more…

Fundamentalism and Extremism General: That every tendency to fundamentalism and extremism may be countered by constant respect, by tolerance and by dialogue among all believers. Persecuted Christians Missionary: That Christians persecuted for the sake of the Gospel may persevere, sustained by the Holy Spirit, in faithfully witnessing to the love of God for the entire […] Read more…

World Economy General: That the world economy may be managed according to the principles of justice and equity, taking account of the real needs of peoples, especially the poorest. The Churches in Africa Missionary: That the Churches in Africa may be signs and instruments of reconciliation and justice in every part of that continent. Read more…

Scholars General: For all scholars and intellectuals, that by means of sincere search for the truth they may arrive at an understanding of the one true God. The Church’s Missionary Identity Missionary: That the Church, aware of its own missionary identity, may strive to follow Christ faithfully and to proclaim His Gospel to all peoples. Read more…