Nigerian, Iraqi priests tell of aiding persecuted Christians seen in photo exhibit
A photo exhibit features the “forgotten faces” of persecuted Christians in Nigeria and Iraq.
· December 3, 2025
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A photo exhibit features the “forgotten faces” of persecuted Christians in Nigeria and Iraq.
Franciscan University’s St. Thomas Mission blends teaching, faith, and service in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
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