3863(II)_Praying for the intention of Pope Francis

By Our Own Correspondent

Vatican, 6 January 2016 -

From now on, Pope Francis himself, will expand on His teachings and make His monthly intentions of prayer in a never before seen broadcasted videospot. The Pope Video - Inter-religious Dialogue (1 min. 38 seconds)

In the intentions of each month, Pope Francis outlines the challenges and problems that concern the world. The month of January is focused on the importance of sincere dialogue between religions.

The project is an initiative of the World Network of Prayer of the Pope and was conducted by The Machi Communications agency in collaboration with ROME REPORTS and the Vatican Television Center. From now on, every month, a video like this where the Pope will present His concerns and objectives will be published.

Some of the Popes close friends have participated in the video, such as Muslim Omar Abboud and Rabbi Daniel Goldman.

This is an unprecedented initiative, yet it showcases Pope Francis' approach in bringing His concerns to the world in a more direct and personal way.

Traditionally, Christians pray for the Pope's intentions that are publish on a monthly basis. However, from now on, Pope Francis will be announcing these intentions in a video spot. The aim is to increase His outreach in a more modern and powerful way.

The project is an initiative of La Red Mundial de Oración del Papa and was conducted by La Machi Communications agency in collaboration with ROME REPORTS and the Vatican Television Center.

The Salesian missionary prayer intentions are available on the www.sdb.org and send with the Cagliero11 (Salesian Monthly Missionary Animation Bullettin)