Laura Vicuña

Chilean nun and religious figure

Laura Vicuña - Chilean nun and religious figure
Born

April 5th, 1891
134 years ago

Died

1904
121 years ago — 13 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Chile

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Born in 1891, a Chilean nun dedicated her life to religion and education within the Salesian community. She showed exceptional devotion at a young age, offering her life for the spiritual well-being of others. This commitment led to her becoming a role model for many and her beatification in 1988 by the Catholic Church. In her short life, she worked towards the betterment of her peers and exemplified deep faith and charity.

Beatified by the Catholic Church in 1988

Served in the Salesian community

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