Photo courtesy of Repórter Brazil
February 11, 2025. In a report published by Repórter Brazil on February 11, 2025, Bishop João Muniz Alves ordered the uncovering of Sister Dorothy Stang's memorial painting at Santa Luzia Church in Anapu, Pará, which had been hidden beneath cloth. Speaking about Sister Dorothy's enduring impact, Bishop João declared, "Dorothy is an icon of this region. It's a mystical force." He added that "The way she was murdered revolts and awakens solidarity in so many people around the world, not only for her history, but for the people she served."