Prayer intentions of the Holy Father for challenges that confront humanity and the mission of the Church for the month of September.
For the care of water.
Let us pray for a just and sustainable management of water, a vital resource, so that everyone may have equal access to it.
SMSM INTENTIONS:
We remember our Sisters celebrating Jubilees, and thank God for all the graces they have received in their Marist missionary life:
80 YEARS
Sr Malia Tolotea TAUAIFAGA 12th September 1946, Samoa
60 YEARS
Sr Frances HARDIMAN 8th September 1966, New Zealand
Sr Judith MOORE 8th September 1966, New Zealand
Sr Maria Luigina ARMANELLI 8th September 1966, Italy
Sr Patricia Mary LEAMY 8th September 1966, New Zealand
Significant anniversaries and feast days in the Marist Family.
Sept 3 Erection of Third Order Regular of Mary in Wallis (1881)
Sept 6 First Profession of the Marist Sisters (1826)
Sept 8 FEAST OF THE NATIVITY OF MARY (Preparation by community prayer – Const. 140)
Sept 8 Pontifical approbation of Third Order of Mary (1850)
Sept 12 FEAST OF THE HOLY NAME OF MARY. Patronal feast of the Society of Mary (Preparation by community prayer – Const. 140)
Sept 24 Anniversary of first election of the Superior-General of the Society of Mary, and First Profession of Marist Fathers
Let us remember in our prayers:
- Sr Marie Elisoa Ninah AVOTRINIAINA, as she prepares to pronounce her first vows on October 7th. May the Holy Spirit grant her deep joy, enduring faithfulness, and a heart burning with love for Christ and His people in the name of Mary.
- Claudine KAYITESA, Herintsoa Marina Marie Perline TSIORY NIRINA and Simone Fatim TINE, as they begin their postulancy at Keur Aleka Formation House in Senegal on September 8th. May this first step of their formation be a time of rich discernment, peace, and spiritual growth.
- All affected by recent natural disasters, particularly those suffering from the tsunami in Nepal and recent earthquakes worldwide. We pray for the immediate delivery of swift aid, comfort for those mourning lost loved ones, and the long-term resources needed to rebuild shattered communities.
- The vulnerable victims of illegal mineral extraction. Those forced and lured into dangerous conditions at abandoned mining sites. May they find protection from exploitation, healing from injury, and the restoration of their safety and dignity.
- Individuals facing hardships due to their religious beliefs on sexual ethics. Those who experience discrimination, the loss of their livelihoods, or social alienation for standing by their faith. May they be granted courage, legal protection, and supportive communities.
