The pope has chosen Christian Unity as the main theme of his missionary prayer for January 2010.Pope Benedict has asked prayers so that every believer in Christ may be conscious that unity among all Christians is a condition for more effective proclamation of the Gospel.
The theme is connected with the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity that is celebrated every year from January 18 to 25.
Pope Benedict said that the task of restoring unity among the Christian Churches and communities demands all energy and efforts.
He added that unity with God and with other brothers and sisters is a gift that comes from on high, which flows from the communion of love between Father, Son and Holy Spirit in which it is increased and perfected.