Holy Father praying for scholars and missionary efforts in February

Vatican City, Feb 1, 2010 / 10:44 am

Today the Vatican announced Pope Benedict XVI's intentions for the month of February. They include prayers for scholars in their search for the truth and that the Church embraces her missionary identity in faithful pursuit of Christ.

The Holy Father's general intention for February is: “That by means of sincere search for the truth scholars and intellectuals may arrive at an understanding of the one true God.”

Pope Benedict XVI's mission intention is: “That the Church, aware of her own missionary identity, may strive to follow Christ faithfully and to proclaim his Gospel to all peoples.”