Eligio Gelmini
Padre Eligio Gelmini, known for his unconventional approach and compassion, was a Catholic priest who dedicated his life to helping drug addicts and founded the 'Mondo X' community in Milan. He pioneered 'Telefono Amico' in 1964, creating a lifeline for those in despair, and transformed several convents into sanctuaries of healing and hope for the marginalized. His legacy includes a profound impact on addiction recovery and social outreach.
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Padre Eligio was a religious leader who founded the community 'Mondo X' to help drug addicts.
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