Maputo, 14 November, 2024 / 10:20 pm (ACI Africa).
The Solemnity of Christ the King that marks the conclusion of the liturgical year will be marked by fervent prayers for peace in Angola where violence has continued following the country’s October elections.
In a statement issued Wednesday, November 13, members of the Episcopal Conference of Mozambique (CEM) say the initiative scheduled for November 24 seeks to foster peace in response to the recent wave of killings following the October 9 elections, which led to protests.
“We invite all faithful to pray for peace in Mozambique on Sunday, November 24, the Solemnity of Christ the King, asking for the intercession of the Prince of Peace,” the Catholic Bishops said in the statement following their November 5-12 Plenary Assembly.
They added, “We need prayer now more than ever in this critical moment in our history, to calm the forces of violence, despair, and distrust.”
In their statement, CEM members emphasized that the invitation is extended to all citizens, regardless of religious affiliation, saying, “We urge all Christians, families, parishes, religious communities, dioceses, and other ecclesiastical institutions to join us in prayer for this cause.”