EWTN News, Dec 14, 2025 / 07:02 am

Archbishop Anthony Fisher of Sydney has called for prayer and the intercession of the Virgin Mary following a deadly attack at a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach.

"As we follow the horrific news coming from this evening’s shooting at Bondi Beach, let us pray for those who have been killed or injured," Archbishop Fisher said in a first reaction provided to CNA shortly after the attack.

"May Our Lady, Queen of Peace, intercede for all affected, and for our beloved city at this time."

The archbishop also offered prayers for the "many who were forced to run for their lives" and the emergency service workers responding to the scene.

The shooting on Sunday, Dec. 14, at the "Chanukah by the Sea" event, has left at least 12 people dead and dozens

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