Pope Leo XIV announced Wednesday he is asking the devoted to refrain from eating on Aug. 22 and to spend the day praying for peace.

Pope Leo XIV at his weekly general audience Wednesday said Friday August 22, the feast of Mary the Queen, will be a day of fasting and prayer for world peace by the faithful.…

Pope Leo XIV announced Wednesday he is asking the devoted to refrain from eating on Aug. 22 and to spend the day praying for peace.

Catholics the world over on Friday heeded Pope Leo XIV's call for a day of prayer and fasting for peace in Gaza, Ukraine and other areas of conflict around the globe. (ANSA)