Fr. Ha-Jo Lohre MAfr. disappeared, presumed kidnapped, in Bamako, Mali on 19th November 2022 whilst returning from saying Mass. Below is a prayer for him and all hostages:
God our Father, You, the Merciful, the all-powerful in love,
You who are always attentive to the cries of those who call upon you,
we turn to you with confidence.
We pray to you for our brother, Father Ha-Jo.
Protect him. Strengthen him in faith, hope and charity.
Give him the strength to stand firm in his new mission
which he did not choose,in the hope that he will soon be released.
We pray for his captors: touch their hearts;
that they may understand that you call us all to live together
in love and brotherhood.
To those who are working for his release,
inspire just decisions that lead to a happy outcome.
We pray for all the other hostages;
that they all regain their freedom and return to their families as soon as possible.
Bless the Church-Family of Mali;
Bless Mali!
Our Lady of Africa, watch over our brother Ha-Jo, Watch over Mali. Amen