Pope Francis will welcome 33 asylum seekers, and more, from Lesvos to Vatican City

·

Pope Francis’s Almoner, Cardinal Konrad Krajewski, on Monday went to the Greek island of Lesvos alongside several representatives of the Comunità di Sant’Egidio and will return to Italy on Wednesday with 33 asylum seekers.

Later in December another 10 refugees will be brought to Italy and procedures to request international protection will be set in motion.

The refugees will be hosted by the Holy See, through its Almoner’s Office, and the Comunità di Sant’Egidio Catholic pro-migrant and diplomatic community.


When Pope Francis’s travelled to Lesvos in April 2016, he brought back with him three Syrian families to Italy that the Holy See then provided accommodation and support for, while the Comunità di Sant’Egidio was put in charge of their integration.


In May 2019, the pope said that he wanted to something similar again for families from Afghanistan, Cameroon and Togo.


A statement from the Holy See noted that talks had been held with the Italian interior minister and that permission had been granted.

Sourced via ANSA

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Australia’s Cypriot communities to mark 51 years since Turkish invasion of Cyprus

Cypriot communities across Australia are preparing a series of events to mark the 51st anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus.

From Bexley to Thessaloniki: Dimitri Sidiropoulos’ rise in Greek volleyball

Dimitri Sidiropoulos has has spread his wings and is showcasing his athletic talent in Greece, devoting his full love to volleyball.

STEM holiday program by Greek Community of Melbourne Schools a hit

The Greek Community of Melbourne’s Schools recently completed a successful and engaging educational initiative titled “STEM in Their Element"

Huge comeback win for St George Men’s team

The St George Men’s team faced a massive challenge: a 5am bus trip to Wagga Wagga to take on the formidable Wagga Wagga Heat.

Creditors of Bill Ferg’s Lobster Cave face total loss as rescue bid stalls

Creditors of Melbourne’s iconic seafood venue The Lobster Cave have been warned they are unlikely to recover any of the millions owed.

You May Also Like

Legendary Greek singer Tolis Voskopoulos dies, aged 81

Legendary Greek singer Tolis Voskopoulos (Τόλης Βοσκόπουλος) has passed away aged 81, after suffering a heart attack.

Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney’s book club honours bicentenary of Lord Byron’s death

The Hellenic Lyceum of Sydney's book club honoured the bicentenary of poet Lord Byron's death on Saturday, April 20.

Melbourian Mel Pateras creates lipstick range which helps women with cancer

Mel Pateras has developed her own luxury lipstick brand Meleros Cosmetics with proceeds going to help women with cancer.