As we approach October 7, the anniversary of the deadly Hamas attack on Israel, let us continue our prayers for the people of Israel and Palestine. Last week Pope Francis reiterated his plea for peace in the Middle East, just as Israel struck more targets in Lebanon.
On this feast of St. Francis of Assisi, let us pray his prayer of peace for all affected by the violence, displacement and death of people and destruction of land and property as a result of the wars throughout the region.
Lord make me an instrument of your peace
Where there is hatred, may we sow love …
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A medida que nos acercamos al 7 de octubre, aniversario del mortífero ataque de Hamás contra Israel, sigamos rezando por los pueblos de Israel y Palestina. La semana pasada, el Papa Francisco reiteró su petición de paz en Oriente Medio, justo cuando Israel atacaba más objetivos en el Líbano.
En esta fiesta de San Francisco de Asís, recemos su oración de paz por todos los afectados por la violencia, el desplazamiento y la muerte de personas y la destrucción de tierras y propiedades como consecuencia de las guerras en toda la región.
Señor, haz de mí un instrumento de tu paz
Que donde haya odio, sembremos amor …
This year’s theme is Engaging Youth to Create a Better Urban future. Recognizing that our world is becoming increasingly urbanized as young people flock to cities, this theme is a call to action to the next generation to rise to the challenge of addressing some of the serious problems facing today’s society.
The day also aims to mobilize the wider community to address difficulties faced by older people in today’s world.
Prayers for the Sick, Resources from the Wisdom Circles, Items of Interest, Important Dates, Women in Canadian History and a delicious Creamy Mushroom Stroganoff recipe are among the many topics covered in our latest issue.
The day also honors the dignity, resilience and strength of survivors and intergenerational survivors, acknowledging the pain and suffering endured over the years.
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The January issue is now available. Prayers for the Sick, Resources from the Wisdom Circles, Items of Interest, Important Dates, Information about Catherine McAuley are among the many topics covered in our latest issue. “Places to Go” is this month’s feature