He not only supported their cause but also actively promoted animal adoption in his community, incorporating it into his church activities. This initiative led to partnerships with universities for animal castration programs, furthering his commitment to the cause. A few years after the first article, Father João Paulo shared some interesting updates with us.
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Just like last time, Bored Panda reached out to Father João Paulo, a compassionate priest from Gravatá, Pernambuco, Brazil, known for his dedication to rescuing and caring for stray animals.
When asked about the genesis of his initiative, Father João Paulo said, “The love for animals always accompanies me, when I arrived in the city of Gravatá (PE)Brazil, people from an NGO that took care of street animals came to me to buy some cookies. Not only did I buy it, but I started advertising it in the Church.
In response to the staggering number of abandoned dogs globally and in Brazil, Father João Paulo advised that adoption is the best option. However, for those unable to adopt, he suggested donating food, providing temporary shelter, offering to walk dogs, and supporting those who have adopted. His approach encompasses a broad spectrum of support for animal welfare.
Addressing criticism about welcoming animals into the church, he expressed that love for animals is often misunderstood as madness. “How many times is our love for animals criticized as madness. It’s unfortunately common to hear: it’s more important to like people. There is no love for animals that does not translate into love for others. Love will always be madness for hearts that only think about money, power and advantages. Blessed madness to love. I’m very happy to be crazy about life in any of its forms.”
Over the past four years, Father João Paulo has continued his work with animals, taking on more desperate cases and supporting adoption groups. Additionally, he’s been caring for sick people in a hospital too. “Well, I continue to work in the animal cause, supporting people and groups that work with adoption. Furthermore, I take on more desperate cases with campaigns and support. I am also taking care of sick people in a hospital.”
Father João Paulo acknowledged the significant role of the previous Bored Panda article in recognizing his work. He described his ongoing efforts to support street dogs, including allowing them into the church and providing food and water.“First, I want you to know that the article in Bored Panda was fundamental for my work with dogs to be recognized. Unfortunately, I cannot keep all the dogs I meet on the street, but I try to create a support system, letting them enter the Church and placing water and food on both sides of the temple 24 hours a day. And I take on the treatment of some who are suffering from serious illness.”
Father João Paulo acknowledged the significant role of the previous Bored Panda article in recognizing his work. He described his ongoing efforts to support street dogs, including allowing them into the church and providing food and water.
“First, I want you to know that the article in Bored Panda was fundamental for my work with dogs to be recognized. Unfortunately, I cannot keep all the dogs I meet on the street, but I try to create a support system, letting them enter the Church and placing water and food on both sides of the temple 24 hours a day. And I take on the treatment of some who are suffering from serious illness.”
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