Pope Francis has called upon Catholics throughout the world to observe October 7th as a day of prayer and fasting for peace in the Middle East. After all, prayer - especially the powerful prayer of the Holy Rosary - has proved a powerful “weapon of choice” in many conflicts.
Read MoreIt is good to fast for several reasons. We are strengthening our wills so that we don’t just give into every craving of our bodies. We are also acknowledging the primacy of the spiritual dimension. Life is not just about food and material pleasures. Fasting ultimately is meant to raise our minds and hearts above earthly cares and turn them to God.
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