Pope Francis is asking the bishops of the world to join him in the consecration of Ukraine and Russia on Friday, March 22, the Feast of the Annunciation of the Lord.
Franciscan friars are working selflessly and courageously to bring hope to the men, women, and children of Ukraine.
Pope Francis and Franciscan world leaders are calling for prayers and fasting for peace in Ukraine on Ash Wednesday.
General Minister Tibor Kauser, OFS, is echoing Pope Francis's call for prayers for peace in Ukraine. "I invite you dear brothers and sisters, to strengthen our unity with each other, with the whole Franciscan family and with the Catholic Church by joining the prayer of Pope Francis for peace on Ash Wednesday," he said.