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What was Abbé Pierre's goal for the Emmaus movement?

  • To become the head of state

  • To provide for his own retirement

  • To help poor, homeless people, and refugees

  • To overthrow the government

Answer

Abbé Pierre founded the Emmaus movement in 1949 with the goal of helping poor, homeless people, and refugees. He believed that everyone deserved a home and that people should be able to help each other in times of need. The Emmaus movement has since grown into an international organization that provides food, shelter, and other services to people in need.
Spiritual Guardian: Unleashing the Legacy of Abbé Pierre

Spiritual Guardian: Unleashing the Legacy of Abbé Pierre

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