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Sisters in Peru celebrated the opening of Hogar Belén
with a special Mass and blessing. The long-awaited shelter
welcomes women who are seeking safe haven from physical
or emotional violence.

Sr. Teresa Benites Montero, who is responsible for the administration and coordination
of Hogar Belén, says, “We thank God for allowing us to start this new ministry.”

The English translation of Hogar Belén is Bethlehem Home. True to its namesake,
Hogar Belén brings hope and promise to women and children who are victims of violence.
Sisters Hogar Belén houses up to ten women and four children on a monthly basis, providing
food, spiritual support and psychological, social and legal help. The sisters partner with
Open a other aid organizations for additional assistance.

There is a high rate of violence against women in Peru and few shelters where women
Women’s can get help. The sisters established Hogar Belén in response to the 2019 Chapter call to
commit to working to eliminate violence in all its forms. It was a long process, but finally
Shelter on June 28, 2022, the sisters obtained an operating license from the Peruvian government
with support from the Ministry of Women and Vulnerable Populations of Peru.
in Peru The sisters secured an agreement with the municipal government in Trujillo to provide
funding for a social worker, a psychologist and two security guards.

s Women who pass through the doors of Hogar Belén receive spiritual support and shelter.

Sisters in Ireland Support Catholic Café Connecting Young Adults

Young adults regularly volunteer to work at the café and share their faith with guests.

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