Dun Victor Grech, a beloved figure in Maltese society and a pillar of social work in the country, has passed away at the age of 95.
Best known for his pioneering work among drug addicts, he dedicated his life to serving others, particularly through Caritas Malta.
Born in Cospicua in 1929, Dun Victor was ordained a priest in 1956 and went on to serve as vice-rector and rector of the Archbishop's Seminary. His commitment to social service became evident in 1977 when he was appointed the Archbishop's delegate for social work.
Later, as director of Caritas Malta, he introduced professional social services within Church institutions, founding a community of volunteers to support those in need.
His most significant contribution came in 1984 when he established the Caritas Drug Prevention and Rehabilitation Programmes, a groundbreaking initiative at a time when public awareness of drug dependency was still limited.
A year later, he founded Malta’s first therapeutic community for drug abusers and became the chairman of the Caritas Foundation for the Rehabilitation of Drug Users.
Archbishop Charles Scicluna paid tribute to Dun Victor, stating, "The Church in Malta mourns the death of Mons Victor Grech, a priest and benefactor of our nation who selflessly dedicated himself to Caritas Malta and forged its mission and its vision for decades. May he rest in peace!"
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola also honoured his legacy, describing him as a "Maltese saint" and an "icon of love, unity, and inspiration to all Maltese and Gozitans."
Main Image:Dun Victor Grech / Youtube
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