Wed Jan 26 – Day of Prayer for Peace in Ukraine – Pope Francis

Pope calls for a day of prayer for peace over Ukraine situation

Expressing concern over the increasing tensions that threaten peace in Ukraine, Pope Francis calls for Wednesday 26 January to be a day of prayer for peace.

By Vatican News staff writer

At the conclusion of Sunday’s midday Angelus, Pope Francis expressed his concerns over the increasing tensions that threaten to overturn chances for peace in Ukraine and security on the European continent in general, given the wider repercussions of any conflict. In response, the Pope has proposed that next Wednesday 26 January be a day of prayer for peace.

“I make a heartfelt appeal to all people of good will to raise prayers to Almighty God that all political actions and initiatives may be at the service of human brotherhood rather than partisan interests.”

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  1. Gerard Hefferan says:

    Dear Friends,

    Pope Francis made the request for a Day of Prayer for Peace for Ukraine at his Angelus on Sunday.
    Francis said, “I make a heartfelt appeal to all people of good will to raise prayers to Almighty God that all political actions and initiatives may be at the service of humanity rather than partisan interests.”

    I have written a prayer offered in response.

    We pray to you, God all loving,
    for the gift of peace in our world.
    At this time of rising tension and insecurity,
    we pray for our sisters and brothers in Ukraine.

    We pray to you, God all loving,
    seeking lasting and peaceful solutions.
    Inspire the people of Ukraine
    and the peoples of its neighbouring countries
    in their search for peace.

    You created the human family to live as brothers and sisters.
    As a family created by you, God all loving,
    we pray for peace.
    Amen

    OUR VIRTUAL PRAYER SPACE
    We invite you to light a candle and say a prayer for this intention in our virtual prayer space.
    LIGHT-A-CANDLE http://www.stjosephsbrackenridge.com (direct link: lightacandleatstjosephsbrackenridge.com)
    You may wish to use your own initials in the virtual prayer space so you can recognise your prayer candle. Your candle will remain lit for 24 hours.

    We have posted our parish invitation to others to join in prayer in our virtual prayer space on Facebook and Instagram as well on the parish website http://www.stjosephsbrackenridge.com

    In prayerful solidarity

    Fr Gerry Hefferan
    St Joseph’s and St Anthony’s Parish
    Brisbane
    Australia

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