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Church in Benin

Amid Benin terror threats, sisters 'to remain' with Christian community

"The situation in the area is dangerous."

Edgar Beltrán
Aug 06, 2025
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A group of religious sisters say they will remain in their mission in north Benin despite a series of kidnappings of Christians in the area and the nuncio’s recommendation to leave the region.

Sisters of the Company of the Savior after the confirmation of a group of students. Courtesy photo.

The superior of the Company of the Savior, Sr. Mercedes Díez C.S…

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