Prayers for peace in Ukraine on Divine Mercy Sunday

Fr. Michael D. Weston, diocesan director of divine worship, places the monstrance on the altar at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington April 24. JOE CASHWELL | FOR THE CATHOLIC HERALD

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Bishop Michael F. Burbidge incenses before the altar during adoration. JOE CASHWELL | FOR THE CATHOLIC HERALD

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Cantor Shaina Murphy leads the responsorial psalm. JOE CASHWELL | FOR THE CATHOLIC HERALD

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Bishop Burbidge speaks during adoration. JOE CASHWELL | FOR THE CATHOLIC HERALD

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Women stand and pray. JOE CASHWELL | FOR THE CATHOLIC HERALD

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A Franciscan sister kneels and prays during adoration.
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Bishop Burbidge prays in front of the altar during adoration.
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On Divine Mercy Sunday, Bishop Michael F. Burbidge led a holy hour with special intentions for peace in Ukraine and the world April 24 at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington.

The event included Scripture readings, intercessory prayers and recitation of the Divine Mercy Chaplet.

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