News / Prayers for those in Syria
AN EVENT will be held in Lerwick later this month to allow locals of all faiths to pray for those affected by the conflict in Syria.
Millions of people have been displaced in the war-torn country, leading to a migrant crisis in the EU that mushroomed in 2015.
Many of those affected are lacking basic needs such as shelter, food and water.
Shetland Inter Faith is holding an event at Lerwick’s St Magnus Episcopal Church on 18 May to allow the public to pray for those involved in the crisis.
Readings and music performances will also take place, with proceedings kicking off at 7.30pm.
Shetland Inter Faith committee member David Marsh said: “People from the different faith traditions in Shetland will offer prayers, readings and music, to help us all to reflect on this terrible situation and to support one another as we each find our own ways to express our concern and care for those in great need.”
Become a supporter of Shetland News
Shetland News is asking its many readers to consider start paying for their dose of the latest local news delivered straight to their PC, tablet or mobile phone.
Journalism comes at a price and because that price is not being paid in today’s rapidly changing media world, most publishers - national and local - struggle financially despite very healthy audience figures.
Most online publishers have started charging for access to their websites, others have chosen a different route. Shetland News currently has over 600 supporters who are all making small voluntary financial contributions. All funds go towards covering our cost and improving the service further.
Your contribution will ensure Shetland News can: -
- Bring you the headlines as they happen;
- Stay editorially independent;
- Give a voice to the community;
- Grow site traffic further;
- Research and publish more in-depth news, including more Shetland Lives features.
If you appreciate what we do and feel strongly about impartial local journalism, then please become a supporter of Shetland News by either making a single payment or monthly subscription.
Support us from as little as £3 per month – it only takes a minute to sign up. Thank you.
Already a supporter? Sign in to hide this message.
