From non-Catholic to foundress of Ethiopia's first Catholic convent
With a vision shaped by international exposure and a deep desire to pray in the local language while serving the community, Emahoy Haregeweine believed her vocation extended beyond her personal religious life. She was determined to create a convent that not only embraced local traditions but also answered the call to serve the poor and the needy, making her a trailblazer in Ethiopian Catholic history. Read all
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With a vision shaped by international exposure and a deep desire to pray in the local language while serving the community, Emahoy Haregeweine believed her vocation extended beyond her personal religious life. She was determined to create a convent that not only embraced local traditions but also answered the call to serve the poor and the needy, making her a trailblazer in Ethiopian Catholic history.