LET US PRAY 5 DECADES OF THE HOLY ROSARY DEDICATED TO THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES:
DAY 7 – October 17, 2011
CAPE VERDE
The Cape Verde archipelago boast spectacular rock formations created by the high winds of the Atlantic. The excellent harbor in Mindelo made it an important center of commerce. Poor in natural resources, prone to drought and with little arable land, it has nonetheless achieved economic stability and is today a stable democracy.
Joyful Mysteries: Intentions for Cape Verde
1. For a solution to the nation‘s serious water shortages
2. For political will to stop shipment of Latin American cocaine destined for Western Europe.
3. For more government investment in education
4. For government leaders to serve with honesty and integrity
5. For family ties to remain strong in the midst of separation caused by economic necessity
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DAY 8 – October 18, 2011
CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC
The C.A.R. has been settled since the 7th century by overlapping empires. Since independence from the French in 1960, it has endured several coups and a brutal regime under Jean-Bedel Bokassa. Illegal weapons proliferate across CAR, and armed groups are active in the north. The country is endowed with virgin rainforests and has some of the highest densities of lowland gorillas and forest elephants in Africa.
Sorrowful Mysteries: Intentions for C.A.R.
1. That government may bring order to the countryside
2. That neighboring nations may learn to live in peace
3. That social justice may bring more equal distribution of wealth
4. That improved health care may give hope to infants and the young
5. In this feast of St. Luke, may the faithful continue to be nourished by the Gospel he proclaimed
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DAY 9 – October 19, 2011
CHAD
Chad‘s Lake Chad is the most important wetland in Africa, though it has shrunk dramatically in the last 4 decades due to increased water use and inadequate rainfall. Polygamy is common and sanctioned by law. Violence against women is prohibited, but domestic violence is common. Female genital mutilation is prohibited but widespread and deeply rooted in tradition.
Glorious Mysteries: Intentions for Chad
1.That economic development may lift people out of poverty
2.That the poor gain access to safe drinking water
3.That the many ethnic groups come to share power
4.That the painful experience of war may lead Chad to pursue the way of peace
5. That enlightenment comes for dignified treatment of women
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DAY 10 – October 20, 2011
COMOROS
A history of more than 20 coups since 1975 has left Comoros poor, at times teetering on the brink of disintegration. Koranic schools reinforce the influence of Islam. Its lava-encrusted soil is unsuitable for agriculture. The government must deal with issues of human trafficking and forced recruitment.
Luminous Mysteries: Intentions for Comoros
1.That the government may find the resources and the political will to end human trafficking and forced recruitment.
2. That the nation may create economic growth and move out of poverty.
3. That the people may be given more opportunities for education
4. That industries may generate jobs to absorb the unemployed
5. That Comoros will qualify for debt relief in 2012
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Day 11 – October 21, 2011
CONGO
Congo is one of the most urbanized countries in Africa. First inhabited by Pygmies, Congo was later settled by the Bantus. It came under French rule in the 19th century and in the 20th came decades of turbulent politics marked by Marxist rhetoric. Remnants of the civil war militias, known as Ninjas, are still active in the southern region. It is one of sub-Saharan Africa‘s main oil producers, though 70% of the population lives in poverty.
Sorrowful Mysteries: Intentions for Congo
1. That the wealth of the land may be used for the good of all.
2. That the government may succeed in efforts to fight poverty.
3. That the government may be equipped to handle the hordes of refugees fleeing to the Congo.
4. That genuine peace may come to the Congolese.
5. That the country will develop other sectors so it will be less vulnerable to volatile oil prices
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DAY 12 – October 22, 2011
COTE D’IVOIRE
Cote d‘Ivoire‘s early history is unknown but a Neolithic culture may have existed. French missionaries first landed in 1637. It was once hailed as a model of stability but an armed rebellion in 2002 split the nation in two. Cote d‘Ivoire has high population growth, high crime rate, high incidence of AIDS. Elections in 2010 led to civil war.
Joyful Mysteries: Intentions for Cote d’Ivoire
1.That those afflicted with AIDS may receive compassionate care 2.That the nation confront and resolve issues of land reform
3.That the nation succeed in the disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration of rebel forces
4. That the coming legislative elections be peaceful
5. That internally displaced persons may be able to return home
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