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May 13

María de la Concepción Barrecheguren y García (1905–1927)

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A young woman from Granada, María de la Concepción Barrecheguren lived a prolonged illness with faith and joy.

Biography

From his home he carried out apostolic works, accompanied other sick people and cultivated a deep union with Christ. His life shows that holiness grows when prayer becomes concrete and persevering service.

Practical advice

Call a young sick person and talk without focusing everything on his illness.

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