The Holy Father's Prayer Intentions for March 2010

Pope Benedict XVI kneels during spiritual exercises, AP Photo/L'Osservatore Romano

Pope Benedict's general prayer intention for March 2010 is: "That the world economy may be managed according to the principles of justice and equity, taking account of the real needs of peoples, especially the poorest."

His mission intention is: "That the Churches in Africa may be signs and instruments of reconciliation and justice in every part of that continent."