Pope Benedict's prayer intentions for February

Only 28 short days to fit them in!

Pope Benedict's general prayer intention for February is: "That the pastors of the Church may always be docile to the action of the Holy Spirit in their teaching and in their service to God's people". {The Holy Spirit always seeks to bring about the unity of the One Church of Christ. Let's pray for this intention especially! - AmP}

His mission intention is: "That the Church in Africa may find adequate ways and means to promote reconciliation, justice and peace efficaciously, according to the indications of the Second Special Assembly for Africa of the Synod of Bishops". {A prayer intention to prepare hearts for his upcoming visit to that continent in March - AmP}