The Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award was created in 1964 by the Davenport Catholic Interracial Council. An Award is presented by the Diocese in collaboration with other organization to honor a person for their achievements in peace and justice, not only in their country but in the world.
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Guatemalan bishop to receive Pacem in Terris award
By Barb Arland-Fye
Published:
Wednesday, August 10, 2011 11:26 AM
CDT
A
Guatemalan bishop who models civil courage and empowers the poor and
marginalized in pursuit of social justice will be honored this fall with
the Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award.
Bishop Alvaro Leonel Ramazzini Imeri,
bishop of San Marcos, Guatemala, will receive the award Oct. 2 at St.
Ambrose University in Davenport from Bishop Martin Amos of the Davenport
Diocese
Click the link to watch a clip of this year's award presentation http://youtu.be/Q49GMqEhK7k
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