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Pray that the Gospel can be freely shared in China: Pope
Pope Francis yesterday asked Catholics to pray that the Gospel can be fully and freely shared in China. Source: CNA.
Catholics urged to join Week of Global Prayer for China
This Sunday will mark the beginning of the third annual Week of Global Prayer for China. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
HeartFELT call to join Rosary crusade
Sydney Catholic Bridget Sakr is so convinced of the power of prayer she is leading a call to raise 100,000 pledges to pray a daily Rosary during this month for the protection of every Australian. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Pope’s prayer intention for ‘a treasure that renews the Church’
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of May is for ecclesial movements and groups, which he describes as a treasure that renews the Church. Source: CNA.
Pope urges prayer for peace and non-violence in April
Pope Francis has urged everyone to pray and work for a non-violent culture which promotes peace in his prayer intention for the month of April. Source: Vatican News.
Catholic communities unite for ‘Fiat – A Weekend of Prayer’
Catholic communities across Melbourne Archdiocese, including the Catholic prison population, will unite in prayer over the next three days during “Fiat – A Weekend of Prayer”. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Pope urges renewed consecration of Ukraine and Russia to Mary
Pope Francis has urged believers to renew the consecration of humanity – especially Russia and Ukraine – to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Source: Vatican News.
Council halts Christian prayer after legal warning
A Melbourne council has paused the use of a Christian prayer asking God to direct it after receiving a legal letter stating its inclusion in council processes was unlawful. Source: The Age.
Pope calls for prayers for victims of abuse
Pope Francis has dedicated this month to praying for victims of abuse, saying simply asking forgiveness is not enough, but the Church must put victims first and avoid cover-up. Source: Crux.