US Bishops' President Archbishop Broglio Urges for a Ceasefire in Gaza in Union with Pope Leo XIV Following Strike at Catholic Church Leaving 3 Dead - USCCB FULL TEXT

In Wake of Strike on Church in Gaza, Archbishop Broglio Calls for Immediate Ceasefire and Dialogue Towards Peace

Reacting to the military strike of Holy Family Church in Gaza this morning, Archbishop Broglio joined the prayers of Pope Leo XIV for those killed and to those injured and emphasized the need for immediate ceasefire and dialogue for peace.

July 17, 2025

In Wake of Strike on Church in Gaza, Archbishop Broglio Calls for Immediate Ceasefire and Dialogue Towards Peace

WASHINGTON – Reacting to the military strike of Holy Family Church in Gaza this morning, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops joined the prayers of Pope Leo XIV for those killed and to those injured and emphasized the need for immediate ceasefire and dialogue for peace.

“With the Holy Father, the Catholic bishops of the United States are deeply saddened to learn about the deaths and injuries at Holy Family Church in Gaza caused by a military strike. Our first concern, naturally, goes out to Father Gabriele Romanelli and all his parishioners, most especially to the families of those killed. Our prayers are for them during these tragic times. With the Holy Father, we also continue to pray and advocate for dialogue and an immediate ceasefire. Yesterday was the memorial of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, through her intercession, may there be peace in Gaza.”

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