08 September 2013

Millions Offer Prayer and Fasting for Peace

On Saturday (7 September), millions of people around the world responded to Pope Francis’ call for a day of prayer and fasting for peace in Syria and around the world.

Among the related activities was a five-hour prayer vigil at Saint Peter’s Square, during which Pope Francis spoke about achieving reconciliation and peace.

Media reports:

Vatican Radio: Pope Francis: homily at peace vigil (7 SEP 13)

Vatican Radio: Prayer and fasting for peace (7 SEP 13)

Vatican Radio: The importance of youth in the quest for peace (7 SEP 13)

The (402)/411: Peace among dragons (6 SEP 13)

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