NY Shrine Holds
Mass for Peace in the Holy Land
On Friday, St. Frances Cabrini Shrine held a Mass for Peace in the Holy Land, followed by a panel discussion of what it is like for Catholics living there and how we can help. The evening closed with a beautiful Holy Hour.
. Kareem Smith, head of intercultural affairs for the Archdiocese of New York, moderated the panel. Salem Farmand, a young Palestinian Catholic, spoke of his family’s experiences living in the Holy Land. Mother Mary Doliente, Superior of the Servant Sisters of the Lord and Our Lady of Matará in East Harlem, talked about the Servidoras’ mission in Gaza. There were many inspiring stories of deep faith and hope.
The Holy Hour featured live music and many candles. It was peaceful. It was prayerful. It was healing.
Jesus, pour out your love and peace on the people of the Holy Land.
