The Voice of the suffering in Latin America
Here you’ll find the latest updates on the struggles and resilience of persecuted communities around the world. These stories highlight both the challenges they endure and the faith that sustains them. Stay connected to learn how hope continues to shine through suffering.
In Peru, the Church aims to be ‘present’
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“The main challenge is to support the men and women’s religious communities so they can do their work of evangelization and providing better care for the faithful.”
In Mexico, a National Dialogue for Peace
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“Our work is sustained by the pain of victims. We want to let them know that they are not alone, that there is sufficient energy, generosity, and intelligence in Mexico to transform our reality and overcome this dark period which has done such damage to us all,” says Bishop Ramón Castro of Cuernavaca, the secretary general of the Mexican bishops’ conference and a participant in the recently held National Dialogue for Peace. The initiative is a response to the violence ...
Peru: Challenges in the ‘land of saints’
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The laypeople keep the Church alive. They are true heroes, the guardians of the faith in their communities, because there are hardly any priests or religious around.
Brazil: In tears, a bishop thanks ACN
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"I had bishops in tears, telling me that they can carry out their pastoral ministry, thanks to the support of the generous men and women who contribute to ACN.”
Colombia: Being the compassionate face of God
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"Whenever I see a hungry child I remember, there is Christ. It is my duty, as a Christian, to make sure the cihld is fed. Jesus is always present.”
Venezuela: Despite difficulties, the Church is alive and joyful
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"A public health or education worker, for instance, makes around $6 or $12 per month, but the average cost of living for a family of five is around $200 per month."
