In 1985, a young Prevost arrived in northern Peru during a time of severe economic crisis and internal conflict. He came as an Augustinian missionary, aiming to support the local community. Despite threats from communist guerrillas in the 1980s, the Augustinians, including Father Fidel, chose to stay and continue their mission. The report follows a visit to Chulucanas, where locals share fond memories of Prevost, who is now Pope Leo. A taxi driver guides the reporter to his correct church, while local sculptor Caesar Huarez recounts gifting him a statue replica.
Vocabulary list :
• Capital (n) : Main city of a country.
• Foothills (n) : Low hills near mountains.
• Missionary (n) : Person sent for religious work.
• Economic crisis (n) : Time of financial trouble.
• Strife (n) : Conflict or struggle.
• Guerrillas (n) : Rebel fighters in conflict.
• Defiantly (adv) : With strong resistance.
• Sculptor (n) : Artist who makes statues.
• Replica (n) : Exact copy of something.
• Charismatic (adj) : Very charming or inspiring.