March for Jesus draws 300,000 in Rio for peace and prayers
Over 300,000 Christians marched through the streets of Rio de Janeiro in the March for Jesus, praying for world peace. The event mainly attracted members of Protestant churches.
What you need to know
- When and where did the march take place? The March for Jesus took place on Saturday in Rio de Janeiro, with over 300,000 attendees.
- What were the main slogans of the march? Participants chanted slogans such as “Love and peace!”, “No more war!” and “Peace is for everyone!”
- Who performed at the end of the event? The march concluded with a Christian music concert featuring artists like Aline Barros and Thalles Roberto.
Main messages of the march
The March for Jesus in Rio de Janeiro gathered over 300,000 Christians, mainly from Protestant churches. Participants prayed for peace in Brazil and worldwide, chanting slogans calling for love and peace. Notable slogans included “Love and peace!” and “No more war!”
Who participated in the event?
The march was dominated by young people who came for religious reasons to collectively express pacifist sentiments. Participants emphasized that their presence was an expression of faith and a desire for peace, and they prayed together with this intention.
How the event concluded
The march concluded with a Christian music concert featuring well-known artists such as Aline Barros, Bruna Karla, Midian Lima, and Thalles Roberto. The concert was interspersed with prayers.
