Prayer intentions of the Holy Father for challenges that confront humanity and the Mission of the Church.
That everyone might have food.
Let us pray that everyone, from large producers to small consumers, be committed to avoid wasting food and to ensure that everyone has access to quality food.
Prayer Intentions:
SMSM Constitutions: On the 42nd anniversary of the Pontifical approbation of our SMSM Constitutions may we be guided by its Rule of Life in spirit and truth striving to be Mary's presence in the world today.
Novices and Postulants: Our aspirants and postulants who will, respectively, be admitted and received, into the postulancy and novitiate on 31st May. May they have listening hearts to answer God's call with generosity and joy.
Sick and elderly: For our sick, elderly sisters and family members: may they receive kindness, understanding, support, and love experiencing the warmth of God's presence and the gratitude of the community they have served.
Persecuted Christians: For courage, faith and steadfast love with support and protection from the international community.
Civilization of Love: That people of good will work together in unity to care for those suffering and heal the broken societies of the world promoting dignity and compassion.
Protection of Life: That the protection of life be strengthened through universal access to healthcare and economic support for families and for a cultural environment that honours motherhood, ensuring it is not seen as an obstacle, but as a path to personal fulfilment.
Let us Remember
L: Sr M. Odilia Iltis, smsm
R: Sr M. Sylvia Lossois, smsm
Murdered with 2 Marist priests, September 1942
World War 11
Ruavatu, Solomon Islands
May 8th Feast Of The Martyrs Of Algeria
Witnesses of Peace in the Midst of Violence
The 19 Catholic men and women martyred during the war in Algeria including Bishop Pierre Claverie, Br Henri Verge, fms and the 7 Trappist monks of the monastery of Notre Dame de l’Atlas.
May 22nd: 30th anniversary of the murder of the Trappist monks.
