Red Wednesday: A Day the World Turns Red for the Persecuted

A day of solidarity for those who suffer for their faith—on November 26, 2025, communities stand together in red.

Red Wednesday is a global Catholic tradition that began in the mid-2010s through Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) in the UK. The idea was simple: shine the color red to remember Christians—and other faith communities—who suffer violence or restrictions because of what they believe.

London and Manila were among the first to light up landmarks in red. From there, the movement spread fast. Each year, schools, parishes, and cities join by turning buildings red, wearing red, and praying for people who cannot practice their faith freely.

Red was chosen because it has long symbolized sacrifice in Christian history. It’s a reminder that persecution still happens today—not just in ancient stories.

For 2025, Red Wednesday falls on November 26. It’s a quiet moment to pause, pray, and stand with those who face danger for their faith.

A simple color, a small act, but a strong message: you are not forgotten.

On this day, wear red—stand with the persecuted, and let hope be seen.

⌨ ᴛʸᵖⁱⁿᵍ ᴏᵘᵗ ᵒᶠ ᵗʰᵉ ʙˡᵘᵉ ᵈᵃʳᵉᵐ ᵐᵘˢⁱᶜ ᵇˡᵒᵍ

Passaparola & Prayer 103025 Thu

Take God’s side—use your life to protect the defenseless.

Protect the Defenseless

God stands with those the world overlooks. He takes the side of the weak and the poor. Choose the same side—use your voice, your hands, and your time to defend those who cannot defend themselves.

Based on the Word of Life (December 1979) by Chiara Lubich

✝️ Prayer to Stand with the Weak

God of the poor, we adore Your justice and mercy. We’re sorry for the apathy that keeps us distant. Thank You for showing us Your Heart among the least. Make our lives a shelter and our actions a shield for the defenseless. Amen.

A prayer a day, keeps the soul from drifting away

⌨ ᴛʸᵖⁱⁿᵍ ᴏᵘᵗ ᵒᶠ ᵗʰᵉ ʙˡᵘᵉ ᵈᵃʳᵉᵐ ᵐᵘˢⁱᶜ ᵇˡᵒᵍ