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@kfm Fri, 27 Oct 2023 13:19:42

Pope implores faithful to pray for Palestine

By Catherine Ageno Pope Francis has implored the faithful across the globe to join in praying for peace to be restored in Palestine and Israel today. The Pontiff announced the special day of prayer at the end of Wednesday’s general prayers when he again turned his attention to the areas of conflict in the world, especially now in the Holy Land. According to the Pope, today is a Day of Prayer, Fasting, and Penance for peace. He also calls for the release of the hostages and the entry of humanitarian aid in Gaza. The cardinal patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, encourages the faithful to organize local initiatives within their localities, as hundreds gather in St Peter’s Square to pray […]

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