February 2 was the 26^thWorld Day of Consecrated Life, a day of prayer to celebrate and honor the women and men who have chosen consecrated life. Pope Francis presided over the Eucharistic Celebration and delivered his homily on February 2 in St. Peter’s Basilica, at 5:30 p.m.

• Read this year’s Homily of His Holiness Pope Francis
• Watch the video message from Pope Francis to all religious sisters and consecrated women (via UISG, the International Union of Superiors General):