Franciscan brother goes on hunger strike to decry conditions in Brazil

SAO PAULO (CNS) — Since the end of July, six Brazilians, including Franciscan Brother Sergio Gorgen, have been on a hunger strike to denounce the deteriorating conditions of many Brazilians due to increased violence, unemployment and hunger. “From the neck up, I’m great,” Brother Gorgen told Catholic News. “From the neck down, I’m a bit … Continue reading Franciscan brother goes on hunger strike to decry conditions in Brazil