Sister Beatriz
of the Mother of God (Magdaleno), O.C.D.

I have been blessed by God beyond recounting through all of the graces and gifts He has so lavishly bestowed upon me. Among them is the gift of my Catholic Faith begun at my baptism and nourished by my parents and family. My seven decades as a Carmelite shared and surrounded by so many sisters has filled my life with joy. So many friends and benefactors have enriched my life by their presence. I look forward to the day when we will all be reunited in eternity. My recent setback in health has reminded me that at 95 years of age I have been on this journey for almost a century!

Scripture tells us that seventy is the sum of our years or eighty if we are strong. God called me and gave me the grace to respond and to persevere for 70 years plus whatever time is left for me. He has given me good health to serve Him and to bring others close to Him.