Prayers for priests

The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field. (Matthew 9:38)

We have certainly all heard the call to pray for priests; but has anyone ever told us why it is so necessary? Perhaps we lack that motivating spark, and so we often forget this vital intention.

The book Prayers for Priests is unique because, in addition to over fifty prayers, it offers an expert answer to this fundamental question by exploring closely related themes. The book brings us closer to this noble yet demanding calling. Inside, you will find examples of the first apostles, as well as holy priests, bishops and popes who begged people to pray for them. However, it is not just prayers, but also sacrifices for priests that are particularly needed. We learn about this from such great figures of the Church as Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, Saint John Vianney, Saint Gemma Galgani and others.

We should always add prayers for already ordained priests to our prayers for new spiritual vocations. Let us honour these servants of God, appreciate their work and intensify our prayers for them – whether in private or in community. Let us start today!

The book is ecclesiastically approved.