Carmen Elena Rendiles Martínez

Carmen Elena Rendiles Martínez was a Venezuelan religious figure, born on August 11, 1903, in Caracas. She is celebrated for founding the Congregation of the Servants of Jesus and is known for her exemplary life of service, despite being born without one of her arms. Rendiles dedicated her life to religious education and the care of others, founding the Belén School in Caracas in 1955. Her significant contributions to the church and society have been recognized with her recent canonization approved by Pope Francis, making her the second saint from Venezuela. She passed away on May 9, 1977, and her legacy continues to inspire many.