June 8
Maria Teresa Chiramel Mankidiyan (1876–1926)
Founding religious
A Syro-Malabar religious from India, María Teresa Chiramel Mankidiyan understood that families needed spiritual accompaniment and concrete help.
Biography
She toured villages with some companions, cared for the sick, visited homes in conflict, educated girls and helped the poor without distinction of religion. After years of discernment he founded the Congregation of the Holy Family. His intense prayer and love for the crucified Christ sustained a family apostolate far ahead of its time.
Practical advice
Bring peace to a family in difficulty today through a visit, a call or concrete help.
Example of
PrayerSelf-givingFounding spirit