World Day for Consecrated Life
February 2, 2011
Celebrated in Parishes February 6, 2011

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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Prayers of the Faithful

Those consecrated to God by the vows of chastity, poverty and obedience seek to live their Baptismal promises more intensely.  May the consecrated persons of this community of faith have the grace to persevere in their commitment the Lord and serve with open hearts and willing spirits.  We pray to the Lord…

We are thankful for all who have responded to the prompting of the Holy Spirit to be a religious priest, brother, sister, hermit or consecrated virgin.  May they, and all members of Secular Institutes and Societies of Apostolic Life experience the support of the Church as they continue their growth in holiness.  We pray to the Lord…


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World Day for Consecrated Life will be celebrated in the Church on Wednesday, February 2, and observed on Sunday, February 6, 2011, in parishes.  Please pray for all those who have made commitments to 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.

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