Staff members of Effata, an educational center for vulnerable children in Timișoara-Romania, co-founded in 2001 by Bro. René Stockman and still followed by Fracarita International, developed a few weeks ago an action plan to support Ukrainian children and their families fleeing their home country. This support mainly consists of social and psychological help but material assistance such as clothing, food, play and care materials is also provided through donations. Fracarita R

Through this interview, Brother Rene Stockman, as Superior General, gives an interesting introduction to the genesis and intention of this new biography about Peter Joseph Triest as the Founder of the Congregation of Brothers of Charity. Based on a unique combination of the historical perspective and the spirituality of Peter Joseph Triest, this biography offers, in a narrative way, a fascinating view and original insight into the life of the Founder.