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Dispatches for the persecuted church

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2026
“But stay awake at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place, and to stand before the Son of Man.” —Luke 21:36

Prayer

Pray for: Irish Sisters bring faith and compassion to margins of society in mission

About the dispatch

Vatican News·November 12, 2026

Through a new short film commissioned by the Embassy of Ireland to the Holy See, four Irish religious sisters of different congregations share powerful stories of faith, courage and service to communities in some of the world's most challenging regions.

Read at Vatican News →

Pray with the global church

God of Love, we lift up the faithful work of the Irish sisters as they bring Your light and compassion to the margins of society. You have shown that love covers a multitude of sins—pour out this love through their hands, bringing hope where despair often takes hold. Embolden these sisters to walk fearlessly among those who feel forgotten, carrying Your presence as they tend to hearts and needs. Let their actions speak louder than words, drawing many to know You through their witness. You are near to the brokenhearted; make it known in every place they serve. Open the eyes of communities they touch to see Jesus in these acts of mercy, and draw leaders and onlookers alike toward Your grace. Establish Your Kingdom among them and let Your name be glorified in every corner they reach. We ask it through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Anchored in

1 Peter 4:8

also: Psalm 34:18