The Custodians of the Holy Land are Franciscans, the Order of Friars Minor, founded by Saint Francis of Assisi. Recently the Catholic Stand did an exclusive interview with Father Alberto Pari, the Holy Land Secretary. They discuss the role and mission of the Franciscans as custodians of the Holy Land. Father Alberto shares interesting insights and facts, click read the full interview
Because of the fragile situation of Israel and Palestine, the number of Christians is very limited and their lives here are difficult after revolutions and wars many of them fled the country. In order to avoid this reality the Custody of the Holy Land helps them in three main fields: offering them houses to live, schools for their education, and working places and opportunities. – Father Alberto Pari (Nov 5, 2022 Interivew with Catholic Stand )
To explore more about the history of The Custody of the Holy Land and its mission visit The Custody of the Holy Land