June 15
Albertina Berkenbrock, virgin and martyr (1919–1931)
Martyr girl
Brazilian girl, Albertina Berkenbrock grew up in a peasant family of deep faith and was distinguished by her prayer, purity and generosity with the poorest.
Biography
At the age of twelve she was attacked by her father's worker who tried to abuse her. Albertina resisted firmly and was murdered on June 15, 1931. The Church recognized that she gave her life to defend her dignity and fidelity to Christ.
Practical advice
Protect the dignity of a minor today and take any sign of abuse or risk situation seriously.
Example of
FortitudeFaithfulnessSacrifice