The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Calls for Peace in the Middle East
As the war in the Middle East continues to inflict immense suffering, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, has issued a heartfelt plea for reconciliation and peace. With the upcoming Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary on August 15th, he urges everyone to join in prayer to help bring an end to the conflict.
In a poignant message addressed to Christians in the Holy Land, Cardinal Pizzaballa expresses deep concern over the devastating impact of the ongoing war. Despite the passing months, the region remains engulfed in hatred, violence, and resentment, making it increasingly challenging to find a resolution to the crisis.
Seeking Divine Intervention
Amidst this dire situation, Cardinal Pizzaballa calls for a collective effort to turn the tide towards peace. He emphasizes the importance of praying for reconciliation and harmony, especially on the occasion of the Assumption of Mary. The Cardinal asks for our prayers to be guided by the Blessed Mother, seeking her intercession to bring an end to the violence and pave the way for a peaceful future.
“I hope that the parishes, the contemplative and apostolic religious communities and even the few pilgrims who are among us will unite in the common desire for peace that we entrust to the Blessed Virgin.”
Cardinal Pizzaballa stresses the need for prayers to accompany practical efforts in assisting those affected by the conflict. In a world filled with words of hate, he advocates for prayers of reconciliation and peace to counteract the prevailing negativity.
A Prayer for Peace
In a moving conclusion, Cardinal Pizzaballa offers a prayer to Our Lady, seeking her intervention on the Solemnity of the Assumption. Through her intercession, he pleads for the gift of reconciliation and peace for the Holy Land, its inhabitants, and humanity at large.
Supplication for peace to Our Lady assumed into Heaven
O most glorious Mother of God,
raised above the choirs of angels,
pray for us with Saint Michael the Archangel
… (Prayer continues)
Let us join Cardinal Pizzaballa in praying for peace and reconciliation in the troubled Middle East, seeking solace and guidance from the Blessed Virgin Mary.
