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In 1997, Pope John Paul II instituted a 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 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.
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Prayer for Consecrated Persons
God our Father, we thank you for calling men and women to serve in your Son’s Kingdom
as sisters, brothers, religious priests, consecrated virgins, hermits,
as well as members of Secular Institutes and Societies of Apostolic Life.
Renew their knowledge and love of you, and send your Holy Spirit
to help them respond generously and courageously to your will.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns
with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Secretariat of Clergy, Consecrated Life and Vocations
3211 FOURTH STREET NE WASHINGTON DC 20017-1194
PHONE 202-541-3033 • FAX 202-541-3222
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