Honiara Fides Service β There is concern in the local Catholic Church for the situation in Solomon islands where law and order has not been completely restored. Ethnic and social unrest continues despite the presence of a multi national Australian led peace keeping force.
The Islands, a British Protectorate until , are still feeling the effects of civil war and clashes between rival groups of bandits and militia continue despite peace agreement reached in Anxious to contribute towards the return of normality the Catholic clergy, 22 priests, of the Archdiocese of Honiara, meeting at Holy Cross from the 16 to 18 September, for their regular six-monthly gathering, voiced common concern for their people and how they can best address the situation.
They invited Mr. William Morrel, Commissioner of Police for a presentation, discussion and sharing session with them on 18 September. This is the way to attain genuine justice and peace in our country. Restoring lay and order through the courts will definitely hasten a cure to our brokenness as a nation. Information service of the Pontifical Mission Societies since Newsletter Video.
