This
new movie tells the inspiring story of the beginnings of the Sister
Servants of Mary, a religious order that was founded in Madrid, Spain
in 1851 by Fr. Miguel Martinez and Sister Maria Soledad. The new
order was dedicated to serving the sick, especially in their own
homes. It was a providential foundation because Spain at the time was
devastated by epidemics, revolutions, the fierce massacre of
religious, and by politicians opposed to the teachings of Christ and
his Church. Assistance to the sick in their homes, never done before,
was therefore all the more necessary.
Mother
Soledad was like an expert pilot, who directed the course of the new
congregation with calmness and efficiency amid the frightening
storms. In this film, learn how her courage, charity, and humility
won over those she encountered, and inspired many to join her
congregation.
Mother
Maria Soledad died in 1887, and was canonized by Pope Paul VI in
1970. Today there are 1,500 sisters in her order in 110 convents
around the world, including several in the United States.
Color. 110 minutes.