January 7
Lindalva Justo de Oliveira (1953–1993)
Martyr
Daughter of Brazilian Charity and martyr of chastity, Lindalva Justo de Oliveira served poor elderly people in Salvador de Bahia.
Biography
From a young age he worked to help his large family and dedicated time to the sick and needy. Already as a nun, she treated each resident of the asylum with joy and delicacy. In the face of persistent harassment from a man, she firmly maintained the limits of her consecration; He murdered her on Good Friday 1993. Her testimony unites tenderness in service and courage to defend one's own dignity.
Practical advice
Practice charity with healthy limits today: serve with kindness, but express clearly what you should not allow.
Example of
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