I am asking in the name of God : ten prayers for a future of hope

Francis, Pope, 1936-2025 author.

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"The long-awaited, beloved Pope Francis' prayers for the ten most pressing issues the world is facing today, inspiring action to radically unify humanity in hope for a peaceful future. "The clock is ticking, all life is in danger, but we are on time...Let's take the first step and go to meet the other, the different. Let's put hands, mind and heart to work together. Let's change the world."-Pope Francis In his most challenging and evocative book...

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Catholic Church Prayers and devotions

Francis, Pope, 1936-2025

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ISBN:

9780593727522
0593727525

Edition:

First U.S. edition

Description:

xv, 137 pages ; 22 cm

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references

Contents:

Introduction
In the name of God, I ask that the culture of abuse be eradicated from the Church
In the name of God, I ask that we protect our common home
In the name of God, I ask for the media to fight fake news and avoid hate speech
In the name of God, I ask for politics that works for the common good
In the name of God, I ask that we stop the madness of war
In the name of God, I ask that the doors be opened to immigrants and refugees
In the name of God, I ask that greater participation of women in society be promoted and encouraged
In the name of God, I ask that the growth of poor countries be allowed and encouraged
In the name of God, I ask for universal access to health services
In the name of God, I ask that the name of God not be used to incite wars
Epilogue: "Pilgrims of Hope"
Postscript of the Editor

Control Number:

3276930

Other Authors:

Di Trolio, Stephen R., translator
Nesbitt, Becky, writer of foreword
Reyes Alcaide, Hernán, 1983- editor, writer of postscript

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