World Day of Prayer for Vocations

The 63rd World Day of Prayer for Vocations takes place today, April 26th.

In Pope Leo XIV’s message for the 2026 World Day of Prayer for Vocations, he called the day “an occasion of grace in which we share some reflections on the interior dimension of vocation, understood as the discovery of God’s free gift that blossoms in the depths of our hearts.” Pope Leo, also called it an opportunity to “explore together the truly beautiful path of life along which the Shepherd guides us.” In his message he also called on young people to listen to the voice of the Lord, who invites them “to a full and fruitful life,” calling on them to put their talents to use and to unite their limitations and weaknesses with the glorious Cross of Christ. “Every vocation,” he said, “is an immeasurable gift for the Church and for those who receive it with joy.”

On this World Day of Prayer for Vocations we remember all men and women discerning God’s call. The Marists ask you to remember in prayer all those in our international formation program.

(Picture Caption: Marist novices in Davao City, Philippines (March, 2026))