The Origins and Continuing Legacy of the Sovereign Order of Malta

(RV - 16 Apr 2010) On the eve of the pope's visit to Malta, one organisation that is closely associated with the island is the Sovereign Order of Malta which helps the sick, the needy and the most disadvantaged in society, in more than 120 countries.

We spoke to the Grand Master of the Order, Fra Mathew Festing, who told us more about the order's origins and work.