World Day for Consecrated Life - Special Prayer Resources to Encourage Vocations

 

February 2, in 1997, Pope Saint John Paul II instituted this day of prayer for women and men in consecrated life. This celebration is attached to the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord on February 2nd. This Feast is also known as Candlemas Day; the day on which candles are blessed symbolizing Christ who is the light of the world. So too, those in consecrated life are called to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to all peoples. The celebration of World Day for Consecrated Life is transferred to the following Sunday in order to highlight the gift of consecrated persons for the whole Church.

Resources to help you promote World Day for Consecrated Life

Prayers of the Faithful

For those consecrated to God by the vows of chastity, poverty and obedience that they may seek to live their baptismal promises more intensely and have the grace to persevere in their commitment to the Lord and serve with open hearts and willing spirits. We pray to the Lord…

For those who have responded to the prompting of the Holy Spirit to be a consecrated person that they may experience the support of the Church as they continue their growth in holiness. We pray to the Lord…

More Prayers of the Faithful (LINK)

http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/vocations/consecrated-life/year-of-consecrated-life/upload/Intercessions-YCL.pdf

Short bulletin quote

 Please pray for all those who have made commitments in the consecrated life, and be sure to thank them on their special day. May they continue to be inspired by Jesus Christ and respond generously to God's gift of their vocation.
SOURCE: USCCB - Bishops of USA

World Day for Consecrated Life Free Prayer Card - 

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Watch this Beautiful Video on Consecrated Life which starts at 20s....