Bishop Gassis working for peace in Sudan as crucial vote nears
17 July 2010
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Loading ...CNA STAFF, Jul 17, 2010 / 06:21 pm (CNA).- As the war-torn country of Sudan moves past its recent elections and towards a crucial vote that will decide if the south splits from the northern region, Bishop Macram Gassis is continuing his tireless efforts to promote peace. Bishop Macram Gassis of Sudan was the subject of [...]
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