THE STORIES OF "Saint Michael the Archangel"
Here is a collection of stories about children who have faced significant challenges and have been helped by the “Saint Michael the Archangel” community. The little ones we welcome face situations that most of us can’t even imagine. However, within them, there is a strength, an altruism, and a capacity to love that can move mountains. Each story highlights these characteristics and invites reflection. Through their stories, you can discover their world!
Igor
The story of Igor and the million-dollar socks!
In 1998, a hyperactive child named Igor joined our community. His inexhaustible energy required a constant commitment to …
The Shoes
Two children, a pair of shoes, a lot of generosity!
Years ago, thanks to the support of a religious congregation, we donated sneakers for the first time to the kids in our community. Fearing that …
Thiago
I’ll tell you the story of Thiago, a moving and extraordinary tale!
On the very day that Thiago was born, his father kicked both Thiago, who was just born, and his mother out of the house …
Ruggerio
Ruggerio and the birth of the “Saint Michael the Archangel” Mission!
In 1998, when my Mission was housed in an old juvenile prison, I welcomed Ruggerio, a 17-year-old boy with a crime …