Pope Francis Calls for a Day of Fast and Announces Special Visit to Saint Mary Major to Pray for Peace

Oct 02, 2024 06:58

Pope Francis announced a Day of Fasting and Prayer for World Peace on October 7, first anniversary of the terrorist attack perpetrated by Hamas in Israel. Photo: Vatican Media

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