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Greeting the Italian pilgrims gathered in St. Peters Square on Wednesday for his weekly General Audience, Pope Francis turned his thoughts to those who have been killed in war.“As the Church celebrates the Holy Week, commemorating the Passion of Christ, I remember in particular the victims of war crimes”, he said, inviting the faithful to pray for them, while raising a a plea to God “so that the hearts of all may be converted.
“Looking at Mary, Our Lady, in front of the Cross, my thoughts go to the mothers: to the mothers of the Ukrainian and Russian soldiers who died in the war. They are mothers of dead children. Let us pray for these mothers.”“As Easter approaches let’s keep in our minds and hearts the sufferings of the sick, the poor and the marginalized, also remembering the innocent victims of wars, so that Christ with His Resurrection may grant everyone peace, consolation and blessings.
The day was established by the UN General Assembly in 2013 to celebrate the contribution of sports and physical activity to education, human development, healthy lifestyles and a peaceful world. The theme chosen for this year’s observance is “Scoring for People and the Planet” highlighting the positive impact and influence of sport on sustainable development and peace.
The Pope expressed hope that the theme may help deepen the commitment to solidarity and to fostering “attitudes of friendship and fraternal sharing” in the world.Concluding the Audience, Pope Francis called again for prayers for “martyred Ukraine.”
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