Sep 15, 2008 / 13:35 pm
Bishop Jorge Solorzano of Matagalpa warned last week Catholic schools in Nicaragua would be forced to close if the State decides to cut school subsidies.
Speaking to Aid to the Church in Need, Bishop Solorzano said school tuition may have to be increased in order to cover the expenses and since many families will be unable to absorb the increases, Catholic schools may be forced to closer their doors.
During his first visit to ACN, the bishop said Church-State relations in Nicaragua are cordial, but there are some negative tendencies such as the cutting of state subsidies, which also affect other Church institutions such as hospitals.
The Nicaraguan bishops said the main challenge facing the country is the fight against poverty—Nicaragua is the second poorest country in the region—a greater evangelization of the people and the protection of unborn life.