
Grandparents finally marry to “die in God’s grace”
After 40 years of civil marriage, Carlos and Susana said “yes” before God in the chapel of the hospital where he’s being treated for cancer.
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After 40 years of civil marriage, Carlos and Susana said “yes” before God in the chapel of the hospital where he’s being treated for cancer.

After their plane crashed and the three adults on board died, the siblings survived on their own until rescued.

"My wife was fighting with cancer and my son was fighting for his life... My God has filled me with strength."

This young Carmelite was called to study psychology so he can help those who come to him find healing and consolation.

A grieving husband is raising two sets of twins alone—beginning when the youngest were a day old, and the others just 18 months.

"I don't know any woman who has had an abortion and has not lived through hell," says Amada Rosa Perez.

Hers is a courageous and moving story, born from her missionary soul. It’s a true testimony of faith of someone who has dedicated her life to the service of God; a story of suffering, forgiveness and hope. "I always saw the hand of God and of the Virgin Mary," she told Aleteia.

Says her religious superior: I want to shout to the entire world, 'My God, a thousand times thank you.'

Faith and grace carry this doctor through the challenge of healing patients in an overwhelmed healthcare system.