On 9 August 2025, from 6:30–7:30 pm, an ecumenical service organised by Pax Christi (020 8203 4884) will take place at the HOLY APOSTLES CHURCH, Pimlico, SW1V 4NE (entrance on Winchester Street, near Pimlico Station), in memory of the 82nd anniversary of Blessed Franz Jägerstätter’s execution in 1943 for refusing to serve in Hitler’s army. Franz Jägerstätter was beatified in October 2007.

Following the service, there will be an interfaith Peace Walk to the London Peace Pagoda in Battersea Park, culminating in a Lantern-Lighting Ceremony. The ceremony will begin upon the walkers’ arrival at the Pagoda and marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, as well as all victims of war.

Together, we will reflect on the devastating legacy of nuclear warfare and join in a shared commitment to peace and unity across all communities and nations. This event is supported by London Region CND.