Pope Francis at the end of his general audience on Wednesday morning (18th October) announced another day of prayer and fasting for an end to the Israel-Hamas war.
“I have decided to call for a day of fasting and prayer on Friday, Oct. 27,” the pope said.
It will be “a day of penance to which I invite sisters and brothers of the various Christian denominations, those belonging to other religions, and all those who have at heart the cause of peace in the world, to join in as they see fit,” the Holy Father continued.
The vigil will take place at 6 p.m. in St. Peter’s Square, where the faithful will join the pope to participate in “an hour of prayer in a spirit of penance to implore peace in our time, peace in this world. I ask all the particular Churches to participate by arranging similar activities involving the people of God,” the pope said.
To join the Holy Father, our parish will join with Monasterboice for a Holy Hour from 5-6pm in Friday 27th October, in the Church of The Immaculate Conception, Tenure. All Welcome.
Many of us watch these stories unfold on our television screens and often ask ourselves what can we do, from so far away?
We can (& should) pray. So, please come along, even if only for part of the hour, or join us online, as we ask God’s help in this desperate situation. Please spread the word, and share the invitation with others. Thank you.
Togher Parish 