رونوشت کامل Pope Leo in Argentina, Peru Awaits the Pope's Return, Catholic Charities Fight Veteran Homelessness, and More

ahead of the Pope's November 13th arrival in the diocese he led as bishop for eight years. 00:02:35.439 --> 00:02:44.560 Known locally as Padre Roberto, the American-born pope built deep ties in Chiclayo, wading through floodwaters and riding mules to remote parishes. 00:02:44.719 --> 00:02:47.919 And nowhere is that bond more colorful than outside St. 00:02:48.080 --> 00:02:52.240 Mary's Cathedral, where rival restaurants claim his patronage. 00:02:52.479 --> 00:03:02.960 El Trebol showcases the Blessed Table, where the future Pope enjoyed traditional fried pork, while Las Americas proudly displays a photo of the Pope eating goat stew. 00:03:03.199 --> 00:03:10.319 Beyond the recipe rivalry, locals hope their former shepherd brings healing to a community plagued by rising crime. 00:03:10.479 --> 00:03:16.000 As one longtime waiter put it, they aren't just greeting a global leader, they're welcoming family back home. 00:03:16.240 --> 00:03:27.919 Eduard Montoya has run El Trebol for the past eleven years, and when OSV News asked him what Pope Leo's return to Chiclayo meant to him, he said, it means the love he has for this land and for us. 00:03:28.080 --> 00:03:31.360 An enormous joy and satisfaction to have him home again. 00:03:31.520 --> 00:03:36.560 The message being shared here is that he isn't just visiting Chiclayo, he is returning home. 00:03:36.800 --> 00:03:43.199 Oscaramirez Flores, who has worked as a waiter at Las Americas for four decades, said, I'd give him a hug. 00:03:43.360 --> 00:03:47.039 A hug that I don't think Pope Leo XIV would deny me. 00:03:49.439 --> 00:04:00.240 As Pope Leo XIV prepares to return to Peru, his goddaughter, Mildred Camacho, says she'd rather celebrate among the crowds than receive special treatment because of her family connection. 00:04:00.479 --> 00:04:07.680 Camacho, who was named after the Pope's late mother, Mildred Prevost, has signed up as a volunteer for papal events in Chiclayo. 00:04:07.840 --> 00:04:16.639 And while she'd welcomed the chance to greet the Pope personally, she told OSV News she's equally excited to join ordinary Peruvians in celebrating his visit. 00:04:16.800 --> 00:04:20.959 Her story dates back to the future Pope's missionary years in Chulucanas. 00:04:21.120 --> 00:04:32.720 After learning that then Father Robert Prevost was mourning the death of his mother, Camacho's father, Hector, asked permission to name his unborn daughter after Mildred and invited the priest to become her godfather. 00:04:32.879 --> 00:04:37.759 Camacho said she's always viewed her unusual name as a blessing and a sign of affection. 00:04:38.000 --> 00:04:45.839 Although she met Pope Leo during a July Vatican audience, she acknowledged his responsibilities as Pope have made personal contact less frequent. 00:04:46.079 --> 00:04:54.160 She also recalled her concern after learning of his October lung surgery and said prayers offered by Catholics around the world brought her comfort. 00:04:54.319 --> 00:05:04.800 Now, as the Pope returns to Peru, Camacho hopes to receive his blessing and see the realization of her godfather's dream of a more united, charitable, and compassionate society. 00:05:07.600 --> 00:05:21.759 France's bishops used their November 3rd through 5th plenary assembly in Lourdes to confront the country's deepening education crisis, as strikes, school blockades, and political battles over funding have pushed the issue to the forefront of public debate. 00:05:22.000 --> 00:05:32.560 Church leaders said concerns about young people's anxiety and uncertainty prompted a major Catholic education initiative launched in 2025 and continuing through 2028. 00:05:32.720 --> 00:05:38.079 Bishop Benoit Bertrand of Pontois said the bishops did not foresee the issue becoming so urgent. 00:05:38.319 --> 00:05:43.199 Catholic schools in France educate over 2 million students in over 7,200 schools. 00:05:43.360 --> 00:05:46.800 That's about 17% of the nation's total student population. 00:05:47.040 --> 00:05:54.000 The assembly came days after French lawmakers debated a measure to end government funding for teachers in Catholic schools. 00:05:54.160 --> 00:06:04.000 It was ultimately rejected, averting what Catholic education leaders warned could have triggered widespread school closures and added pressure to an already strained public system. 00:06:04.319 --> 00:06:12.000 Guillaume Plebo, Secretary General of Education, said, We believe that the Catholic education system is an asset for the entire country. 00:06:12.079 --> 00:06:17.120 But we try as much as possible to reach out to everyone, including those who criticize it. 00:06:17.360 --> 00:06:31.759 The bishops also expressed concern about growing social tensions ahead of France's 2027 presidential election, and they said they hope to encourage discernment and help lower a political climate marked by fear, anger, and polarization. 00:06:34.240 --> 00:06:48.800 And finally, Catholic Charities agencies across the United States are playing a vital role in helping veterans secure stable housing amid a 56% decline in veteran homelessness nationwide between 2009 and 2025. 00:06:48.959 --> 00:06:56.240 Through Catholic Charities USA, local agencies operate veteran-focused housing programs, funded primarily by the U.S. 00:06:56.399 --> 00:07:00.639 Department of Veterans Affairs and in partnership with other housing organizations. 00:07:00.959 --> 00:07:05.839 Minnesota recently announced it's effectively ended chronic homelessness among veterans. 00:07:06.000 --> 00:07:09.040 Still, Twin Cities Catholic Charities in Minneapolis-St. 00:07:09.199 --> 00:07:18.000 Paul continues to connect veterans with government housing assistance, and it reserves 34 units for veterans within its portfolio of 1,100 housing units. 00:07:18.240 --> 00:07:28.399 Keith Kuzersky, the agency's chief program officer, said the organization sees housing and support services as a way to honor the sacrifices veterans made for the nation. 00:07:28.639 --> 00:07:31.199 Catholic Charities Baltimore takes the same view. 00:07:31.439 --> 00:07:36.160 Kelly Anderson, director of Sarah's House, an emergency shelter supported by the U.S. 00:07:36.319 --> 00:07:41.120 Army, said serving veterans is a way of caring for those who have protected the country. 00:07:41.360 --> 00:07:46.160 Catholic Charities of Eastern Washington also has dedicated housing for homeless vets. 00:07:46.480 --> 00:07:46.720 St. 00:07:46.879 --> 00:07:55.920 Michael's Haven in Walla Walla, located next to a VA hospital, is a newly renovated historic complex made up of 40 permanent units for veterans. 00:07:56.079 --> 00:08:03.839 David Sackman is vice president of stabilization for Catholic Charities Eastern Washington, and he said the housing is important for us as a community. 00:08:04.000 --> 00:08:11.279 And he added, it's important to us as a country to be taking care of the folks that have served us and sacrificed for us. 00:08:18.480 --> 00:08:20.639 And that's your OSV Newscast for today. 00:08:20.800 --> 00:08:22.000 I'm Gina Christian. 00:08:22.079 --> 00:08:24.240 Check out the show notes for a link to our website. 00:08:24.319 --> 00:08:26.560 That's where you can find the stories in this episode. 00:08:26.720 --> 00:08:33.759 Please do make sure to subscribe to this podcast, give us a follow on social media, and bookmark osvnews.com. 00:08:34.080 --> 00:08:36.159 Shout out to our listeners all around the world. 00:08:36.320 --> 00:08:42.399 Keep checking in and stay with us as we continue to cover Pope Leo's South American Apostolic Journey. 00:08:42.559 --> 00:08:45.039 Thanks so much for listening and God bless. 00:08:45.519 --> 00:08:48.639 This has been an OSV News production. 00:08:48.799 --> 00:08:52.480 To learn more, visit osvnews.com.