Devotees will celebrate Tuesday, Aug. 9, the Feast of Saint Candida Maria de Jesus, the revered foundress of Hijas de Jesus (Daughters of Jesus), a congregation of religious women dedicated to the education of women and the youth.
Saint Candida Maria de Jesus (Manila Bulletin file photo)
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To highlight the importance of women in the ancient empire, "HIJAS DEL NILO" has been created, an exhibition that began on June 10 in Madrid and will run until December 31.