Bishop Murphy traveled to Iraqi Kurdistan this week on a pastoral visit to that region’s displaced Christian families.
Iraq
In message to Iraqi refugees, pope condemns world’s silence+
Pope Francis prayed that "the international community would not stand by mute and unresponsive before such unacceptable crimes."
Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God.+
For the first time in 1600 years there is no Mass in Mosul, Iraq.
Charity reports on continuing crisis in Iraq+
Many families don’t have a clear vision of the future; whether to settle down in the new areas of displacement; immigrate outside the country or ever return to their homes.
UPDATED: Bishop Murphy: Diocese’s generosity helping Iraq’s refugees+
"Let us all pray together for peace in the Middle East based on truth, mutual respect and the safety and freedom of all."
