Click here to read the text of today's Angelus address, in which Pope Francis appeals for peace in Iraq and Gaza. In his message on Twitter yesterday and in his prayers each day, the Holy Father is reminding us that we can all do something to help our suffering brothers and sisters: prayer, social media, advocacy, donations and direct service are a few of the ways we can offer assistance.
On a related note, the Chaldean Catholic Patriarch of Iraq, His Beatitude Louis Rafael Sako, has written the following prayer for peace in Iraq, which has been shared by the USCCB:
Lord,
The plight of our country
is deep and the suffering of Christians
is severe and frightening.
Therefore, we ask you Lord
to spare our lives, and to grant us patience,
and courage to continue our witness of Christian values
with trust and hope.
Lord, peace is the foundation of life;
Grant us the peace and stability that will enable us
to live with each other without fear and anxiety,
and with dignity and joy.
Glory be to you forever.
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