The Voice of the suffering and persecuted​

“Many of them are filled with hate and thoughts of revenge. I talk to them about forgiveness.”

He calls it Islamization because “anyone who has been kidnapped by these terrorist groups and managed to escape from them alive has told the same story. They were given the choice between death and converting to Islam.”

"We, along with the whole world, are waiting for you. We are waiting for this miracle of seeing you alive one day."

“It is proof that God does work miracles. We experience them in our lives – those who are enemies can be reconciled.”

“In case someone wants to convert, he or she must notify the designated government officer who, after conducting a probe, would have to permit the conversion. Failing that, the conversion would be considered a crime."

“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.”

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

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

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

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