For the elderly

The Pope's prayer intention (July 2022)

We pray for the elderly, who represent the roots and memory of a people; may their experience and wisdom help young people to look towards the future with hope and responsibility.

Why should we listen to and care for the elderly?

We often forget that our society is in great need of the elderly! Sharing their experience, they can give wisdom to young people, inspire responsibility and offer them hope. Also by allowing the young to care for them, they teach us important lessons. You may have many questions about this: the Tweeting with GOD app can help you find answers.

4.39 Do you have to keep people alive at all costs?

3.40 Is the Anointing of the Sick the same as extreme unction?

4.45 Is Catholic social teaching about caring for the poor?

3.50 Why are we sent away at the end of Mass?

7.39 Can there be a sense to my suffering? Is euthanasia a solution?

8.02 Is prayer a waste of time? How can I find time for God when life won’t slow down?

8.06 Is it really possible to withdraw from the world for a life with God in prayer and humility?

8.17 What if I doubt? How can I know that God is real?

8.19 If God is real, why doesn’t he help poor, hungry, and thirsty people?

8.30 I am worried and desperate; is life always going to be such a challenge? How to stay motivated and avoid burnout?

8.43 How can I overcome my anger or hatred?

8.44 What if I cannot forgive? How can I forgive my enemies?