It Is Easy to Confide in Dona Lucilia!

Dona Lucilia with her pink shawl, 92 years of age

In today’s world, we are often faced with difficulties and problems whose solutions are beyond our capabilities. In such cases, the only way forward is to pray and trust.

Cult to Dona Lucilia? – Not Only Licit, But Also Recommended

Da. Lucilia aos 92 anos Foto: João S. Clá Dias

The reputation of sanctity is a mysterious action of the Holy Spirit by which a believer receives the inner prompting to pray through the intercession of another baptized person. Having obtained the desired favour from Providence, he shares his joy by communicating to others the unsuspected intercessory power of this or that living or deceased person.

A Living Light

Editorial

Sacred Scripture abounds with uplifting accounts of holy women, such as Hannah, the persevering mother of Samuel; Elizabeth, the faithful mother of John the Baptist; and especially the Virgin Mary, Mother of the Word made Man. In the examples mentioned, especially in Our Lady, holiness was inseparable from motherhood. By her unconditional yes to the […]

Fond Christmas Memories

O Natal, por Charles Tichon

In narrating the reminiscences of his childhood, Dr. Plinio took delight in recreating the climate of innocence that pervaded Christmas festivities of that time. This was especially true in his home, where Dona Lucilia’s piety and affection made them particularly joyful.

The Soft Twilight of a Long and Beautiful Life

Dona Lucilia

Dona Lucilia cast a glance filled with sweetness, serenity and kindness over her long past. She had lived, suffered, and struggled with all of life’s adversities, without holding grudges, and without bitterness. Her death marked the end and the summit of a peaceful and unwavering ascension. Providence reserved the harshest trial of Dona Lucilia’s existence […]