During his monthly ‘Mann ki baat’ address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid rich tribute to Sister Mariam Thresia, who will be canonised in the Vatican City by Pope Francis on October 13, following which the founder of Congregation of the Sisters of Holy Family will be pronounced a saint.
The Prime Minister said that it was matter of pride for every India that she will be canonised in the Vatican City by Pope Francis, adding that she had dedicated her life for the betterment of people and humanity and has set an example for the world. “This is a matter of pride for every Indian,” Modi added.
“She dedicated her life for the welfare of humanity and set an example for the world,” he said, adding that she was determined in her resolve of social work and education.
Sister Mariam was born on April 26, 1876, in Kerala’s Puthenchira, and belonged to the Syro-Malabar Church based there. She was professed in 1914 and passed away on June 8, 1926.
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The late Sr Mariam Thresia was in the forefront of women’s empowerment. Long live the memory of her inspiring service to Society and humanity.