The appeal of Pope Francis
Throughout the year 2024, Pope Francis proposes a year of prayer for the whole Church, in preparation for the Jubilee.
“In this time of preparation, I am already delighted to think that the year preceding the jubilee event, 2024, will be able to be devoted to a great “symphony” of prayer. First of all to regain the desire toto be in the presence of the Lord, to listen to him and to worship him. A prayer, too, for Thank God for the many gifts of his love for us and Praise his work in creation, which engages everyone to respect and to concrete and responsible action to preserve it. Prayer as an expression “of one heart and one soul” (cf. Acts 4:32), which results in the solidarity And the sharing daily bread. The prayer that allows every man and woman in this world to turn to the one God, to tell him what is hidden in the secret of the heart. Prayer like The royal road to holiness which leads to contemplation even in the midst of action. In short, An intense year of prayer, during which hearts will open to receive the abundance of grace, making “Our Father”, the prayer that Jesus taught us, the life program for each of his followers.”
Excerpt from the letter written by Pope Francis to Archbishop Fisichella (11/02/2022)
What is Fratello planning for this 8th World Day of the Poor?
Each of us is invited to take part in this great symphony of prayer.
Together, let's meet the November 16 and 17, 2024 for a weekend:
- Festive : a banquet of friendship, time for games, for sharing talents, music,... A real party!
- Fraternal : exchanges with people from all walks of life, some of whom have experienced difficulties, the streets, major challenges,... Everyone is invited to come and meet their siblings !
- Praying : a vigil of mercy, a mass, times of praise and prayer... Whatever their religion, everyone is welcome!
In France, different gatherings with Fratello are organized at lourdes (65), at Mont-Saint-Michel (50), to Taizé (71), at Embrun (05), to Belfort (90), in the regions Parisienne*... and probably in other places! More information will follow soon.
- If you are organizing an event in your diocese, contact Fratello. The team will be happy to talk with you, to work together and to relay your event.
On Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 15:00 (French time), a global prayer time will take place by video, bringing together locations from all over the world.
If you know people abroad who would like to participate, Put them in contact with Fratello !
Read the message of Pope Francis for this 8th World Day of the Poor !
Together, let's prepare for this great event and Let's build “a poor Church for the poor”!
The FRATELLO team
* Location to be confirmed
