Congo’s Catholic Church Mourns, Protests, and Perseveres After Brutal Attack

Aug 13, 2025 17:19

ZENIT Staff

mass grave where most of the victims were buried Photo: Congo, vicario parrocchia colpita ieri don Liringa

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