Pope Francis and the Diocese of Phoenix urge prayers and solidarity for the sick, their caregivers and health care workers

February 11, 2021 | En Español

As we commemorate this 29th annual World Day of the Sick, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix unites with His Holiness Pope Francis in praying for those who are sick and homebound, their caregivers, and health care professionals everywhere. The COVID-19 pandemic is an important reminder to come together in prayer and empathy for those around the world, and to place our trust in Jesus, the Divine Physician.

Today on her feast day under the title of Our Lady of Lourdes, we pray for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, asking her to shelter us under the mantle of her protection and to lead us to a meaningful encounter with her Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.

We encourage others to read and share this message from Pope Francis for the 29th World Day of the Sick.

Due to the pandemic, the Diocese of Phoenix’s annual World Day of the Sick Mass, has been rescheduled for May. More details to come at dphx.org/events.