Israel has agreed to delay its ground invasion of Gaza to allow the United States to protect troops across the Middle East.
American officials persuaded Israel to hold off until air defense systems could be placed in the region.
U.S. officials believe their forces will be targeted once Israel launches the ground invasion.
The delay also takes into account hostage negotiations and plans to supply humanitarian support inside Gaza.
Pope Francis has been praying for peace in the Holy Land and is asking all Catholics to do the same.
He has marked Oct. 27 as a Day of Prayer and Fasting for the Middle East.
John Lavenburg, National Correspondent for The Tablet and Crux, joins Currents News to discuss how the Catholic Church is responding.