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Priestly Formation

Don Ignacio and Dona María wanted their children to be good Christians and patriots. With great sacrifices, they assured for them Catholic religious instruction on top of their basic education. Ignacio, Francisco, Alfonso, Luis and Carlos expressed interest in becoming priests. Between all of them, three decided to pursue a religious life. Their commitment, along with joy brought grief; the family had to manage without their economic support and, in the case of Francisco and Carlos, accept their absences and scarce visits.

Don Ignacio y Dona María quisieron hacer de sus hijos buenos cristianos y patriotas. Con grandes esfuerzos se aseguraron de que junto a su educación básica recibieran instrucción en la fe católica. Ignacio, Francisco, Alfonso, Luis y Carlos llegaron a expresar interés en volverse sacerdotes. De ellos, tres optaron por seguir una vida religiosa. Su compromiso a la par de dicha trajo pesares; la familia debió prescindir de su sostenimiento económico y, en el caso de Francisco y Carlos, aceptar su ausencia y escasas visitas.