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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The vigil was held inside St. Peter's Basilica

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Address on the occasion of the Angelus prayer on Sunday, December 14, 2025

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