In his Homily to hundreds of thousands of young people gathered in Rome for the Jubilee of Youth, Pope Leo said, “Aspire to great things, to holiness, wherever you are. Do not settle for less. You will then see the light of the Gospel growing every day, in you and around you.”
All-good and generous Lord,
watch over our Holy Father, and in your goodness,
keep him in your care.
As we go about our daily lives, remind us to share our Catholic faith
with conviction and charity, following the example of our Pope.
Give us each day the depth of your love to pray for our leader
with an undivided heart.
Keep us focused on the mission of your Church, that Christ may bless
all keepers of the faith, especially our Holy Father when he teaches,
preaches, and lives God’s love and mercy for all to imitate.
Through Christ, our Lord,
Amen.
–Prayer adapted from
Good and Generous God: Catholic Prayers for All Occasions
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A faith formation program centered on the Sunday liturgy that is engaging, easy to teach, and involves the family.
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