Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Pope's February prayers urge greater respect for families :: Catholic News Agency (CNA

Vatican City, Feb 1, 2011 / 10:50 am (CNA/EWTN News).- Pope Benedict is calling for a renewed awareness of the importance of the family in his February prayer intentions.

The Pope's general prayer intention for February is: “That all may respect the family and recognize it for its unmatched contribution to the advancement of society.”

His mission intention is: “That Christian communities may witness to the presence of Christ in serving those who suffer from disease in those mission territories where the fight against disease is most urgent.”