Day of reflection held in Belfast to reflect on Northern Ireland Troubles
Belfast City Council is holding a "day of reflection" to acknowledge the "hurt and pain" caused by the Troubles.The council has arranged poetry readings and provided space for people to reflect.The reason 21 June was chosen as a date for reflection is that it is the longest day of the year.
The Catholic Archbishop Eamon Martin and the Presbyterian moderator the Reverend Dr David Bruce are taking part in the service.The service, entitled Courage to Lament, has been organised by a number of peace-building groups.Image caption, "The day of reflection is held on 21 June each year, across many communities, as an opportunity to acknowledge the deep hurt and pain caused by the conflict in and about Northern Ireland," the council said.
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