St Patrick's Missionary Society - On Ash Wednesday we start our preparation for Easter and the great miracle of Jesus' resurrection. Over the centuries the practice of prayer, fasting and alms giving
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Pope Francis on Twitter: "2 March, Ash Wednesday, Day of prayer and fasting for peace in #Ukraine. #PrayTogether https://t.co/JGOWqj3sDv" / Twitter
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Pope Francis declares Ash Wednesday a Day of Fasting and Prayer for Peace in Ukraine – The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila
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