PRAYER

Prayer can be an important part of building faith within a family as it can: strengthen our faith, teach spiritual values, promote kindness and forgiveness, providing a safe space to share feelings and prepare us for life's challenges.

The best part? With a variety of approaches to prayer available, everyone can identify one that matches their individual needs.

Adoration

Spending time with Jesus in the Eucharist.

Examen

Calling to mind where God was present during the day.

Fasting

Making intentional space for God through subduing appetites.

Intercessory

Offering prayers for other people & their intentions.

Lectio Divina

Opening the heart to encounter Christ in the Scriptures.

Novenas

Persistent prayers for specific intentions.

Rosary

Journeying through the life of Christ with the Blessed Mother.

Rote Prayers

Prayers for when we don't have the words.

Pope Leo's Monthly Prayer Intentions

May 2026

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.