In his forthcoming book, Hope Never Disappoints: Pilgrims Towards a Better World, Pope Francis addresses pressing global issues, including the suffering caused by war, displacement, and famine.
The Vicar of the Custody of the Holy Land asked for prayers on behalf of the millions of innocent people living in the region who are afraid for their lives as well as the lives of their loved ones due to an intensifying conflict on September 2.
“The Holy Father intends to carry out a project with humanitarian purposes in Gaza or the West Bank, which can help the population resume a more dignified life and create job opportunities once the war is over,” Cardinal Gugerotti, said.
Faltas said, "We cannot remain indifferent to knowing that 60,000 pregnant women in Gaza suffer from hunger and malnutrition in their delicate and important condition: that of giving life.”
A missile strike killed Pat Nibin Maxwell and wounded Paul Melvin and Bush Joseph George, all were from the Southern Indian State of Kerala and worked in an orchard near the Israeli-Lebanese border in north Israel's Margaliot.
As food, water, and other basic needs get more and more difficult to find, the Custody of the Holy Land has started to rescue children trapped in the conflict and transport them abroad for safety and hospital care.
At Paul VI Hall, there were strong appeals for peace and the people suffering from war. “Reference was made to how Christians can be a sign of peace and reconciliation in a world disfigured by wars and violence," said Dr. Ruffini.
