In perhaps another sign that he is not willing to be limited by his hospital bed, Pope Francis has released his prepared message for the forthcoming 62nd World Day of Prayer for Vocations that will occur on 11 May.
In his statement released 19 March, the Pope describes how "a vocation in the Church" is not limited to those who pursue ordination to become priest; everyone can experience a form of vocation, the pontiff says, "whether lay, ordained or consecrated".
He explains: "Every vocation confirms us in our mission of being Christ’s presence wherever light and consolation are most needed. In a particular way, the lay faithful are called to be the ‘salt, light and leaven’ of the Kingdom of God through their social and professional commitments."
