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The Voice of the suffering and persecuted​

In Mozambique, fear of new terrorist attacks causes ‘total panic’

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“On a daily basis, we strive not only to be priests, but also activists, psychologists, spiritual directors, first aiders, suppliers and distributors of foodstuffs, Caritas volunteers and diocesan volunteers.”

Pope Francis wants to visit Venezuela

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"I pray to God for reconciliation and peace among Venezuelans. I would love to come and visit you.”

Nigerian bishop urges faithful to ‘pray the rosary for the end of Islamist violence’

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“The Sahel region has become a safe haven for groups including Boko Haram that have pledged allegiance to the Islamic State.”

India in the grip of COVID-19: ‘It is only our faith that keeps us going’

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"The importance of pastoral work in this time of crisis cannot be exaggerated. The more we do, the more is needed."

In the Congo, authorities fail to stem Islamist terror

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"They were given the choice between death and conversion to Islam. They were given Muslim names to cement their identity.

Catholics in Ukraine hope for a papal visit

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“We are very grateful to the Holy Father for his ongoing support, for his prayers and solidarity with Ukraine and the Ukrainian people.”

Christians are cast aside in Bangladesh

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"In the marketplace and in restaurants, separate plates, glasses and cups are reserved for ethnic indigenous peoples; Muslims and Hindus won’t use the same utensils as we do."

In Latin America, dozens of priests are dying of COVID-19

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"They fulfilled their mission as ‘Doctors of the Soul,' doing so knowing that, they ran the risk of infecting themselves and, dying.”

In war-torn Ethiopia, Church provides material and spiritual help

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'“I don’t have the words to describe their suffering; there is great despair and the people are traumatized,”

A bishop-elect is shot in South Sudan

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"South Sudan faces major challenges attributed to civil conflicts, recurring natural disasters such as floods, and economic collapse."
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