Jubilee in Nepal: Mercy counters problems created by earthquake and embargo
Christians and non-Christians testify to a real improvement in living conditions thanks to the gift of mercy. A Catholic caterer was "terrified" by the consequences of the earthquake on its activities, but with "prayers and retreats every difficulty has been resolved." Missionary of Charity: "The god of money against spiritual values."
Kathmandu (AsiaNews) - The Year of Mercy "is really important for Nepal. Mercy is working hard to resolve problems. Unlike other countries, Nepal is facing major difficulties than in the past. So God’s mercy and prayers are critical in this”, says Binod Gurung, lay leader of the Catholic Society of Nepal.
He spoke to AsiaNews about the real value of the Jubilee Year for the country devastated by the earthquake and hit by the Indian embargo on exported goods, only recently lifted.
The opinion of the Catholic leader is shared by many other Nepalese, Christian and non, who testify to a real improvement in living conditions through relying on divine mercy.
Paul Uparkoti, a Catholic who runs a restaurant, says: "I'm observing this Holy Year with prayers and retreats. God has given me His mercy to find the solution to all my problems. "
"The country has suffered a lot due to the devastating earthquake – he explains - and for several months has also faced a severe lack of fuel. But my business survived and I can organize all the basic necessities. The Year of Mercy has great meaning for me and I can assure you that if people observe this period in a serious way, they will be successful in all fields ".
The restaurateur adds that he was "terrified of the consequences that the earthquake could have had" on his business, but "any difficulties" have been smoothly. Resolved
Sister Cluny Tamang, the first consecrated the Tamang community, says she is happy to start her mission during the Jubilee Year. "It was God's grace that brought me to mission - she told AsiaNews -. I saw so many minorities who suffered. Many because of the earthquake, many because of the embargo. Many people chasing the god of money and ignoring spiritual values”.
But faith and religious values, he adds the nun who joined this year the Missionaries of Charity, "have great significance in a person's life. The roots of happiness and peace reside in the real practice of faith. Thus the Year of Mercy means bringing these values to all communities in the country. I believe that Catholic values are really important for all of society".
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