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Francis as a mentor?
As October ends, I find myself reflecting on St Francis of Assisi and the 800th anniversary of his death.
25/10/26
Silence on Gaza situation is no badge of courage
Ignoring what is happening in Gaza is not neutrality, but a failure of moral courage and a betrayal of universal human rights. For a growing number of people of conscience, silence is an act of cowardice.
20/10/26
ALLOW ME TO INTRODUCE MYSELF
I was born on the 24th August 1964 in St Julian’s. I spent my childhood and youth days in San Gwann.
This is my life journey:
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I was a Franciscan Capuchin Priest. During this time, I was assigned to various roles and responsibilities, amongst which:
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Teacher at De La Salle College
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Working with youths at Kalkara Youth Centre
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Chaplain at the Correctional Facilities, Kordin
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Working with homeless persons at Suret il-Bniedem
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Two years of missionary experience in Kenya
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Administrator of San Gwann Parish Church and working with youths at the San Gwann Youth Centre
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Teacher at the University of Malta
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In 2001, San Gwann Local Council honoured me with ‘Ġieh San Ġwann’.
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Prevention Service Manager – SEDQA
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Chief Executive Office at the Housing Authority
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Administrator and Human Resource Manager – CARITAS, Malta
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Director at EQUAL PARTNERS FOUNDATION – working with children with special needs
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Working with U.Ħ.M., Voice of the Workers
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St Julian’s Deputy Mayor and currently Mayor of the same locality
Graduated in Philosophy, Theology, and Education and have a Licentiate in Social Studies.
I am into classical music, art, cooking and love of animals.
I am married to Benna Chase and have a son, Adam, step-daughter, Karen, and a dog named Ċikku.
My core values are: the value of life and the environment, inclusion and social justice.
