To the Editor:
I am writing to invite the Lynnfield community to attend the Prayer Gathering for Peace on Nov. 3 at 1:30 p.m. on Lynnfield Common.
At a time when our country is so divided, it may seem all hope for peace and unity is lost. Many of us feel adrift, anxious, and uncertain about the future. We can be so preoccupied with our own worries that we set faith aside, but these are the times when faith and prayer are more important than ever. Hope is never lost. Do not be discouraged; God is with us. St. Padre Pio tells us, “Pray, hope, and don’t worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.”
The Prayer Gathering for Peace is an opportunity to join in prayer and unify as a community. We will come together to lift our hearts and voices in our common desire for truth, respect, freedom, and peace, and we will do this through praying the Holy Rosary. This powerful prayer has been proven over the centuries to move mountains and has been a common thread among the great saints throughout history, including Padre Pio, Pope John Paul II, and Mother Teresa. With this said, people of all faiths are welcome to pray with us as we settle our hearts and minds through this meditative and impactful prayer. If you believe in the transformative power of prayer, come experience the Rosary. Don’t worry if you’ve never prayed this prayer before; we will guide you through it. Let’s create a ripple effect of love and unity that will spread throughout our families, community, nation, and the world. “With God, all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26). As St. Mother Teresa said, “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.”
We have planned a fun, family-friendly event, including face painting, music, and fall treats. Bring a chair or blanket, bring your kids, and bring a friend. All are welcome!
Let’s make our common ground holy ground!
Important Note: This event is bipartisan and nonpolitical. No candidates or issues will be mentioned. Please do not bring political signs or wear political attire. We are coming together with one intention and one cry of the heart: “Father, thy will be done.”
God bless you!
Sincerely,
Corinna Tavano, JMJ