Religious Education
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Praying the Rosary for Unity
and Peace
Lady of Fatima is the title given to the Blessed Virgin Mary in connection with her apparitions to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal. Our Lady of Fatima told the shepherd children to pray the rosary daily for the end of the war (World War I). Mary continued to appear once a month for 6 months to the three children, Lucia, Jacinta and Francisco.
Our Lady of Fatima desired for all faithful to pray daily for the salvation of poor sinners, and for peace for the whole world.
Pope Francis said his heart was “broken” by the war in Ukraine, and he pleaded, “Silence the weapons! The church is with its people,” He asks us to, “ pray for peace in Ukraine and a cease-fire so the Ukrainian people can feel the spiritual support of His Holiness and of all those united in prayer.”
So following the desires of Our Lady of Fatima and Pope Francis, we are joining together in solidarity and unity to pray for peace in our world.
Every lunchtime at St Louis,' students are invited to follow our Holy Father's lead and pray a decade of the rosary for an end to the terrible violence in the Ukraine.
God of Mercy, We pray for the nation of Ukraine, its leaders and people. We pray that you would make your presence known to them at this time of strife. We pray for their protection and for an end to the Russian invasion. We pray for the innocent, the frightened, the dispossessed, and those who have lost loved ones, homes and family. We pray that you would bless the endeavours of those who work for peace and an end to this conflict. Have mercy, we pray, on Ukraine. May your peace rule in the hearts and minds of all. Continue to stir up the leaders of the world to work together for the good of all. We pray this in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen. | |
In this Sunday’s Gospel, we hear the story of Jesus’ Transfiguration. During our Lenten journey, we are called to be transformed and hear God’s voice tell us, “This is my beloved Son, listen to him.” Like those first disciples, we can become afraid but we acknowledge how good it is to be here with the Lord. Jesus’ transfiguration is a glimpse of transformation to which we are all called to experience in the resurrection. However, we are called to live day by day remembering that God is faithful to his promise. While we must endure many fears, hardships, and pain on our journey of life, the only thing that will endure is God’s love for us. No matter what’s going on in your life, God is in control. Never lose heart. Do not be afraid. God’s plan for our lives will always lead us through whatever we are experiencing. We trust in the power of God to see us through this difficult and uncertain time. During this season of Lent, we are called to be the dream of God living in this world. Our transfiguration comes when we are willing to place before God all that blinds us and keeps us from trusting him. Our lives are filled with transfigurations and change. These moments can cause us fear, surprise, and hope. We are called to be attentive to moments where God is revealed in our lives. We are called to open our eyes and hearts to deepen our relationship with Jesus in our lives.