I invite everyone reading these words to answer Pope Francis's call to prayer for Syria. This Saturday (September 7th) has been designated a day of fasting and prayer, and the Holy Father will hold a prayer vigil for peace from 1 - 6 pm Eastern time (12 - 5 here in Texas). Putting aside the question as to whether or not external military intervention is helpful or harmful, we are praying for peace, health, and comfort for the citizens of Syria. Prayer is powerful, guys.
I recently received an emailed letter from Archbishop Lori of Baltimore, which included this link to a prayer for Syria:
The Archbishop also quoted Pope Francis as saying: "All men and women of good will are bound by the task of pursuing peace. I make a forceful and urgent call to the entire Catholic Church, and also to every Christian of other confessions, as well as to followers of every religion and to those brothers and sisters who do not believe: peace is a good which overcomes every barrier, because it belongs to all of humanity!"
Even after Saturday, we can pray together this whole week—and beyond—until the people of Syria are safe from harm.
Lord Jesus, Prince of Peace, please help the people of Syria.
Thank you, brothers and sisters, for joining us in prayer for the people of Syria.
With all of the world leaders gathered together at the G20 Summit in Russia, now is a great time for prayer! A conversion of heart for one leader could have a wonderful domino effect on all of the leaders there in the same place. :)
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