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Oscar Romero: “A Voicefor the
Voiceless”
Archbishop of San
SalvadorEl Salvador
1917 - 1980
Archbishop Oscar Romero
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Aspire not to have more
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ARCHBISHOP ROMERO’s life and teachings
have had a profound impact on
people and communities all
around the world.
With your support, his
spirit lives on in the work of Caritas Australia today.
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“Nearly 30 years ago…Romero challenged all in the Church to be totally immersed in the lives of the poor.”
Deysi asks“Who in El Salvador today are the poorest of God’s poor if not individuals and families living with HIV and AIDS?”
““After After ArchbishArchbishop op Romero’s Romero’s death we death we were were afraid to afraid to speak speak outout
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because we saw so many people lose their lives and disappear.”
“However his death has sown a seed in the heart of many Salvadorans. Our challenge today is to continue to work to alleviate the suffering and oppression” says Deysi.
2005 marked the 25th
Anniversary of Romero’s
death.
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He dared to speak out for his people.
Romero inspires us to make a difference.
What will you do today?
Caritas Australia www.caritas.org
.au 1800 024 413