From Molo to the Missions: The Holy Life of Venerable Rosario dela Visitacion Arroyo
Mo. Ma. Rosario P. Arroyo (1884 - 1957) Foundress of the Dominican Sisters of Molo Source: https://opmolosisters-phil.org/ The latter part of the nineteenth century was a time of political unrest and uncertainty. The Philippines was trying to break free from the hands of the colonial power that has controlled the country and its people for almost four hundred years. The spirit of patriotism was beginning to ignite the hearts and minds of the Filipinos and the threat of an imminent uprising from various corners seemed inevitable and was gaining popularity and strength like a surging wave. The same spirit of restlessness not for the world but for the salvation of souls, will ignite Madre Sayong's heart to work for the coming of God's reign here on earth. In the backdrop of this political and economic unrest, Madre Rosario Arroyo also known as Madre Sayong, was born. She was born on February 17, 1884 in the town of Molo, Iloilo. She was the only daughter in a b...