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Michał Tomaszek, Zbigniew Strzałkowski and Alejandro Dordi (+1991)
Franciscan priests
Practical advice
Stay close to a threatened community and avoid leaving it for simple comfort.
Biography
Franciscans Michał Tomaszek and Zbigniew Strzałkowski and priest Alessandro Dordi remained with their poor communities in Peru despite threats from the Shining Path. In August 1991 they were murdered for their ministry and for announcing Christian peace. The Church recognized in his dedication a true martyrdom, lived with fidelity, hope and forgiveness.
Example of
HopeSpirit of servicePriestly life