Pope pleads for military restraint in the Middle East
VATICAN CITY — The morning after Iran launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel, Pope Francis pleaded with nations to avoid a further escalation of the violence. “I make … Learn More
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Are Holy Land pilgrimage sites threatened by the Israel-Hamas war?
Israel’s war against Hamas, which began when the terrorist group launched a surprise attack on Israel Oct. 7, continued to rage throughout October and November before an extended truce began … Learn More
Pope Francis asks Mary to ‘convert those who fuel and foment conflict’
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis asked Mary to look mercifully upon the human family, “which has strayed from the path of peace,” and entrusted to her protection the world’s regions … Learn More
More than half a million kids pray global rosary for peace in Holy Land
Amid the Israel-Hamas war, more than half a million children across the world prayed the rosary for peace. On Oct. 18, well over 500,000 kids participated in an annual global … Learn More
Pope calls for world day of prayer for peace on Oct. 27 as catastrophe looms in Gaza
VATICAN CITY — Warning against a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and ongoing conflicts elsewhere, Pope Francis has called for a day of fasting, penance, and prayer for peace in the … Learn More
Hundreds killed in Gaza hospital rocket strike on the day of prayer, fasting for peace
JERUSALEM — While Christian faithful across the globe prayed and fasted for peace in the Holy Land, a rocket struck the Christian hospital in Gaza City where hundreds of people … Learn More
Pope condemns terrorism, but expresses concern for Gaza civilians
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis condemned Hamas’ terrorist attacks on Israel and pleaded with the militants to free their hostages unharmed, but he also expressed concern about Israel’s tightening siege on … Learn More
Jerusalem church leaders call for peace following deadly Hamas attack
JERUSALEM — Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem united in a call for peace and justice amid unfolding violence, following a surprise attack by Hamas in southern Israel, which … Learn More