Pax Christi International launches the day of the world prayer for peace in Sudan

Vatican News

Since April 2023, Sudan has been a scene of a devastating war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and RSF, a conflict that caused a deep humanitarian crisis throughout the country. According to the statement, the battle failed the limits of armed conflict, leaving a path of suffering, destruction and chaos. The mass displacement, the collapse of the economy, the generalized hunger, and the deterioration of health and educational systems are some of the consequences of this violent confrontation. In addition, the conflict was characterized by systematic attacks against civilians, ethnic cleaning work in the Darfur region and obstructing humanitarian aid, which has exacerbated the tragedy more.

A global call for solidarity

International organizations, including the United Nations and the African Union, have described the situation in Sudan as the worst humanitarian crisis in the world. In this context of despair, the Hope and Solidarity Initiative arises: The Day of Prayer of the World for Peace in Sudan, which it held Pax Christie International. This global event that will be held April 11, 2025He invites people from all religions to join prayer and work for peace, justice and recovery in Sudan.

With this day, according to the statement, it seeks to generate awareness and enhance international solidarity. On this day, individuals, religious leaders and community coordinators around the world will join the world to pray to request the cessation of violence and restore peace in Sudan. Participation in this event can be an important way to contribute to changing and supporting the Sudanese people in their struggle for peace and justice.

The character of Santa Josephina Bachita

This campaign is inspired by the character of Santa Josephina Bachita, a Sudanese woman, after suffering from slavery, a symbol of flexibility, faith and hope. In addition, it honors Sudanese women who continue, despite suffering, struggle for their societies and work tirelessly for peace. Pax Christi International pledged to continue to strengthen justice and peace, inspired by these examples of strength and sacrifice.

In order to support religious societies and leaders in organizing moments of prayer and thinking, Pax Christi prepared a booklet in English and Arabic, which facilitates the merging of this day from prayer in the existing spiritual celebrations. This resource offers practical suggestions so that societies can carry out prayer works, in addition to ways to integrate the symbol of the dove, which represents peace, hope and unity, in moments of thinking. This global symbol invites you to maintain solidarity with Sudan and adhere to the peace issue.

Throughout the campaign, Pax Christi International will provide complementary media resources, providing more tools to generate a significant impact on peacebuilding. Participation in this global initiative is an opportunity for societies all over the world to join the gesture of hope and solidarity with Sudan, while everyone is emphasized committing to justice, peace and human dignity.