Pope Francis has asked that the collection for Holy Places, normally near the Solemnity of Sts. Peter & Paul be taken this weekend. Donations can be made through the giving pages of the Diocesan website The Holy Places of the Holy Land are the concrete, historical witness on earth of the story of our Biblical Faith and the sites our LORD lived among during His life, death and resurrection. From there the Good News spread throughout the world. A Christian community has remained there continually till now through trials, sacrifices and martyrdom. This Papal collection allows this community to survive as a local Church, to preserve the sacred sites of our Catholic faith and to keep the Christian message of peace and hope alive. If you would like to make a donation then please do so through the Diocesan Giving Page