Join us as we witness the blessed unveiling of Timothy Schmalz's latest masterpiece, "Let The Oppressed Go Free." Discover the profound story behind this sculpture that raises awareness about human trafficking and honors St. Josephine Bakhita. Hear the artist's inspiring encounter with Pope Francis and the message of liberation and compassion it carries. Learn how this sculpture, connected to "Angels Unawares," sheds light on the vulnerability of migrants and the urgent issue of human trafficking. Together, let's stand against slavery and embrace empathy for the oppressed.
Matteo Ciofi, journalist and producer at EWTN News Nightly. He started to work in the Catholic media in 2013, with an internship in Dublin, Ireland.
He has been working for more than five years at Salt and Light, the Canadian Catholic TV. He was in charge for the Italian Production. He worked in Canada but also in Rome as full-time correspondent, covering special events as the Synod, World Meeting of Families in Dublin and also the World Youth Day in Panama in 2019.
Matteo Joined EWTN in May 2021 as "News Nightly" Vatican Producer.
He has two degrees from the Rome University of Tor Vergata in Humanities.
