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Human Trafficking "disfigures" Human Dignity: Pope Francis in Video Message

Feb 9, 2023

To commemorate the World Day of Prayer and Reflection Against Human Trafficking, Pope Francis called on young people to affirm the human dignity of others.

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Human Trafficking has Created "an open wound on the body of Christ": Pope Francis

Feb 8, 2022

His remark came on the International Day of Prayer and Reflection against Human Trafficking.

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St. Josephine Bakhita Sculpture Shines Light on Reality of Human Trafficking

Feb 8, 2022

The ex-slave’s feast day is celebrated on Feb. 8.

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On St. Bakhita Feast Day, Pope Francis Asks for Prayers for Human Trafficking Victims

Feb 8, 2021

Pope Francis has asked people to pray Monday for every person who is currently a victim of human trafficking.

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On St. Bakhita Day: Global Prayer Marathon to Mark World Day of Prayer against Trafficking

Feb 7, 2021

Catholics across the globe will take part in an online prayer marathon on Monday marking the world day of prayer against trafficking.

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