On Saturday, Sept. 7, at noon the public is invited to gather at St. Mary's Catholic Church for a time of prayer and fasting for peace in Syria, according to Wendy Chappell-Dick. 

People of all backgrounds and faiths are invited to skip lunch and come together to fast and pray for the people of Syria.

Attendees will be encouraged to contact Rep. Jim Jordan and Senators Rob Portman and Sherrod Brown urging them to avoid any violent response to the violence and suffering in Syria.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church is located on the corner of Spring and Elm streets. (outside, Elm St. Side).