Pope Francis Prayer Intention for May
FOR CHURCH MOVEMENTS AND GROUPS

We pray that Church movements and groups may rediscover their mission of evangelisation each day, placing their own charisms at the service of needs in the world.

Reflection  -Abuse of Victims

Abuse comes in many forms and the impact is often silent and unseen. Those who are subjected to abuse experience a level of trauma… [ more ]

Reflection  – Seeing the suffering of Christ in the victims of abuse

When Pope Francis prays “for the victims of abuse,” who are the victims? Are they children or adults? What injustices are pointed out? [ more ]

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Prayer for Victims
FatherFather, you who are compassionate and merciful, Welcome with your love those who suffer the damage caused by the horror of abuse committed by those in the Church, who should have been fathers, mothers, pastors and brothers. Give us a merciful heart in the face of this human misery; a big heart to listen to those who suffer; open arms that do not get tired of embracing; clear discernment to respond to pain; generous oil to heal their wounds. May we care for those who suffer being Samaritans and keeping the inn open. Help us to help our brothers and sisters who suffer or have suffered abuse in the Church!  Amen.

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Pope Video for Victims of Abuse
“Asking for forgiveness is necessary, but not enough”: in the month of March, Pope Francis reflects on abuse, “especially to… [more]

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