House of Prayer

Join Us in Prayer to End Human Trafficking

At RENATE, we believe in the power of prayer to transform hearts and bring an end to the injustice of human trafficking. No matter your faith tradition or where you are in the world, you are invited to stand with us in prayer—because together, our voices are stronger.

Whether you set aside a few minutes each day, week, or month, your prayers are a powerful force for change. You can pray alone, with your community, in your parish, or with those around you. By lifting our hearts in unity, we call upon God’s grace to heal, protect, and renew.

Join us in this sacred mission. Let us pray that God, the only One who can truly transform hearts, will bring an end to exploitation and suffering.

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Pope Francis on Human Trafficking

The 11th International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking took place on February 8, 2025. This day is observed annually on February 8, the feast day of St. Josephine Bakhita, the patron saint of human trafficking survivors.

In his message for the 11th International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of hope and collective action in eradicating modern slavery. He stated, “With the help of God, we can avoid becoming accustomed to injustice and ward off the temptation to think that certain phenomena cannot be eradicated.” He encouraged targeted initiatives to weaken and oppose the economic and criminal mechanisms that profit from trafficking and exploitation.

The Pope also highlighted the significance of prayer and unity, urging everyone to trust in the intercession of St. Josephine Bakhita. He said, “Together—trusting in the intercession of St. Bakhita—we can make a great effort and create the conditions for trafficking and exploitation to be banned and for respect for fundamental human rights to prevail, in fraternal recognition of common humanity.”

He concluded with a blessing and a request for mutual prayer: “Go forth with hope in the Lord, who walks with you! I bless you from my heart. I pray for you, and you pray for me.”

These messages underscore Pope Francis’s call for faith-driven efforts and communal solidarity in the fight against human trafficking.

Say a prayer & light a candle

You’re warmly invited to share your prayer and light a candle with us using the form below. Each submission is carefully reviewed, and if appropriate, it will be added to our community noticeboard as a source of support and inspiration for others. All are welcome to contribute in faith and kindness.

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Pray for Justice

The men and women who prey on the poor and the innocent need to be arrested, prosecuted, and punished for their crimes. The International Justice Mission has found that even a small number of convictions can have a major impact in reducing trafficking crime. But prosecuting traffickers can be difficult because survivors are terrified to testify against them.

Dear Lord, You demand justice for those who have been wronged. Give strength to those who investigate and prosecute traffickers. Encourage them when they are weary. Give courage to survivors when they are asked to testify against their former captors.

Pray for restoration

Survivors of human trafficking often suffer severe psychological damage. Their hearts and spirits have been assaulted as much as their bodies. They are ashamed of what has happened to them.

Dear Lord, Your Word shows that You bring new joy and hope where previously there was only shame and fear. We ask this for our brothers and sisters, who desperately need to accept that they can be made new.

Pray for Protection

Children who are rescued from traffickers need a safe place to recover from abuse. It’s common for their former captors to try to recover what they regard as their “property.”

Dear Lord, You are a strong tower and a mighty fortress. Help Your rescued children feel safe and begin to heal. Protect them from those who seek to harm them.

Pray for Prevention

Extreme poverty is at the root of the vast majority of trafficking around the world. Poor families are vulnerable to the tactics of traffickers, who lure their victims with the promise of well-paying jobs in other cities or countries. Once isolated from their families, victims are forced to work for little or no pay and brutalized if they try to resist. One of the best ways to prevent human trafficking is to help families become self-sufficient.

Dear Lord, most of us reading this email will never experience the kind of extreme poverty that millions of people live with every day. Help us to be understanding and compassionate toward their needs. Help us to love them in the way that You love them. Give us the will to make things better.

Pray for Action

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the issue of human trafficking, but we can take action. We can speak out and insist that our elected officials support effective legislation, such as the Trafficking Victims Protection Act.

Dear Lord, just as You helped Moses and Aaron as they spoke boldly to Pharaoh on behalf of the Hebrew slaves in Egypt, help us speak up for modern-day slaves around the world.