JANUARY
Universal: That all may promote authentic economic development that respects the dignity of all peoples.
For Evangelization: That Christians of diverse denominations may walk toward the unity desired by Christ.
FEBRUARY
Universal:That the Church and society may respect the wisdom and experience of older people.
For Evangelization: That priests, religious, and lay people may work together with generosity for evangelization.
MARCH
Universal: That all cultures may respect the rights and dignity of women.
For Evangelization: That many young people may accept the Lord’s invitation to consecrate their lives to proclaiming the Gospel.
APRIL
Universal:That governments may foster the protection of creation and the just distribution of natural resources.
For Evangelization: That the Risen Lord may fill with hope the hearts of those who are being tested by pain and sickness.
MAY
Universal: That the media may be instruments in the service of truth and peace.
For Evangelization: That Mary, Star of Evangelization, may guide the Church in proclaiming Christ to all nations.
JUNE
Universal:That the unemployed may receive support and find the work they need to live in dignity.
For Evangelization: That Europe may rediscover its Christian roots through the witness of believers.
JULY
Universal: That sports may always be occasions of human fraternity and growth.
For Evangelization: That the Holy Spirit may support the work of the laity who proclaim the Gospel in the poorest countries.
AUGUST
Universal: That sports may always be occasions of human fraternity and growth.
For Evangelization: That the Holy Spirit may support the work of the laity who proclaim the Gospel in the poorest countries.
SEPTEMBER
Universal: That the mentally disabled may receive the love and help they need for a dignified life.
For Evangelization: That Christians, inspired by the Word of God, may serve the poor and suffering.
OCTOBER
Universal: That the Lord may grant peace to those parts of the world most battered by war and violence.
For Evangelization: That World Mission Day may rekindle in every believer zeal for carrying the Gospel into all the world.
NOVEMBER
Universal: That all who suffer loneliness may experience the closeness of God and the support of others.
For Evangelization: That young seminarians and religious may have wise and well-formed mentors.
DECEMBER
Universal: That the birth of the Redeemer may bring peace and hope to all people of good will.
For Evangelization: That parents may be true evangelizers, passing on to their children the precious gift of faith.
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