Apostleship of Prayer Archives

Pope widens digital presence with new prayer app profile

Jan 20, 2019

Pope Francis on Sunday announced that he has created a profile on a new prayer app, saying the internet and social media are prime places both to build relationships and community, and to pray together.

By Elise Harris

In May prayer video, Pope asks laity to live creatively their mission

May 3, 2018

In his prayer video for the month of May, Pope Francis said laypeople are on the “front lines” of the Church’s life and activities, and asked Catholics of all states and vocations to pray for the laity and their mission.

By Elise Harris, CNA

Better formation in discernment is Pope’s prayer intention for March

Mar 2, 2018

In his prayer video for March, Pope Francis asked for prayers that Christians be better educated to discern between the voices of the “culture of death” and the voice of God, calling them to carry out his mission in the world.

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope’s latest prayer video highlights religious persecution in Asia

Jan 5, 2018

Pope Francis has kicked off the new year by shedding light on the plight of persecuted religious minorities in Asia, asking that Catholics join him in praying for these people and for religious freedom in their countries.

By Elise Harris, CNA

Pope Francis: Pray for persecuted Christians

Mar 2, 2017

The pope’s monthly prayer intention for March is dedicated to persecuted Christians, who around the world face daily threats of physical violence because of their religious beliefs. An estimated 200 million Christians are believed to be at risk of physical violence, arrest, torture and death.

By Inés San Martín

Pope dedicates December to praying for end to child soldiers

Dec 3, 2016

In his December prayer video, Pope Francis focused on putting an end to the phenomenon of child-soldiers, which he called a form of slavery. “In this world, which has developed the most sophisticated technologies, weapons are sold that end up in the hands of child-soldiers,” he says.

By Elise Harris, CNA