27
Nov
Red Wednesday

If you’re passing the church this evening, you may be wondering why it is illuminated in Red…

Today, Wednesday 27th November, 2019 is Red Wednesday. A campaign started by ACN (Aid to the Church in Need); it is a wake-up call, highlighting the unseen tragedy of Christian persecution all over the world today.

The red light, signifies our standing in solidarity with persecuted Christians and faith minorities who suffer unjustly for their peacefully-held beliefs, wherever they may be.

Take a moment to pray with us…

Turning to God in faith and trust, we pray for the needs of the Church and of the world:

Let us pray for the Universal Church, for our Holy Father, Pope Francis, our Archbishops, Bishops, Sisters and all those who serve the Church.

Lord in your mercy: Hear our prayer.

Let us pray for Aid to the Church in Need and its work with persecuted and other suffering Christians throughout the world, especially children who have been made refugees or left displaced by war.

Lord in your mercy: Hear our prayer.

Let us pray for the Church in countries such as Syria, Iraq, Nigeria, Sri Lanka and Pakistan. We pray for those who face daily discrimination and legal injustices.

Lord in your mercy: Hear our prayer.

Let us pray for all those unjustly held or kidnapped because of their Faith.

Lord in your mercy: Hear our prayer.

Let us pray for all those suffering with mental or physical illness, especially those facing constant discrimination and oppression. We pray that you may ease their pain.

Lord in your mercy: Hear our prayer.

Let us pray for the faithful departed, remembering especially deceased friends and benefactors of Aid to the Church in Need and for those worldwide who have given their lives rather than abandon the Faith.

Lord in your mercy: Hear our prayer.


Lord our God, you have called us to follow you in faith: in faith we also make our prayers to you, trusting in your grace and your mercy. We make all our prayers through Christ our Lord. Amen.

For more information, visit https://acnuk.org/our-campaigns/red-wednesday/. Please also see the homily reflection attached, below.