Commemorating a Decade of Peace
It has been ten years since Pope Francis, along with the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople and the leaders of Israel and Palestine, gathered together for a historic invocation for peace in the Vatican Gardens. As the war in the Holy Land rages on, the Pope is preparing to mark this significant anniversary and issue another heartfelt appeal for peace.
In 2014, Pope Francis orchestrated a momentous event that brought together leaders from different faiths and regions in a symbolic gesture for peace. Ten years later, he plans to revisit this location and moment, albeit in a vastly different landscape marred by conflict and devastation.
During the original event, Pope Francis stressed the importance of passing on a legacy of peace to future generations. He emphasized the need for courage in pursuing peace through dialogue and negotiation, rather than through conflict and violence.
Having recently made a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, Pope Francis is once again calling for peace in the region with renewed vigor and determination. As the situation continues to worsen, his message of hope and reconciliation is more important than ever.
Join us in commemorating a decade of efforts for peace in the Lord’s homeland, as we stand together in solidarity and prayer for a brighter, more peaceful future. Let us heed the Pope’s call for courage and strength in the pursuit of peace, in a world torn apart by strife and division.
Contributed by Deborah Castellano Lubov and Salvatore Cernuzio
