Peru
The Oblates celebrated the 50th anniversary of their presence in Peru in 2007. Founded by Oblates from St. Peter’s province in Canada, the work of the congregation in Peru includes diverse ministries from urban parish settings to remote jungle areas. The oblates have an active presence in Iquitos, Aucayacu, Huanuco; Carabaillo; Comas; Orcotuna, Huancayo; Mito, Huancayo; Junín; Pueblo Nuevo, Chincha, Ica.
Oblate work continues to be guided by a commitment to solidarity with the poor. Addressing social and economic structures that affect the lives of the poor is thus a priority. Many economic ‘development’ initiatives, particularly in the mining sector, have a destructive impact on the environment and consequently on local communities.
Links:
- Radio Amistad, Aucayacu Huanacu (Programación Satelital y via internet)
- Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA)
- LatinAmerica Press
- Noticias Aliadas
Latin America & Carribean News
- Threat to Water from Mining in Peru Mobilizes Masses February 5th, 2012
- Recrearte 2012: A Significant Experience in the Peruvian Jungle February 3rd, 2012
- Faith-Based Investors Call on House Leadership to Support Human Trafficking Legislation January 26th, 2012
- Stop Trafficking! January 17th, 2012
Latest Video & Audio
- Bangladeshi Conference on Indigenous Peoples and the Environment a Great Success January 27th, 2012
- Faith-based Shareholders Explain their Work on CBS’s The Early Show December 12th, 2011