Ernesto Cofiño (1899-1991), from Guatemala, studied Medicine in Paris. He is considered the father of Pediatrics in Guatemala. He married in 1933 and had five children. He worked for those who were most in need, trained thousands of university students, and was recognized for his scientific contributions. He sought to live close to God: he prayed daily and offered up his work to God. In 1956 he discovered his vocation to Opus Dei. The process for his canonization started in the year 2000.
The documentary, entitled "Ernesto Cofiño. All can be saints", reviews the life of Ernesto Cofiño through historical documents and testimonies of many people who knew and interacted with him: relatives, colleagues, students and friends.
00:00 Opening
01:32 Youth in France
02:51 Most significant events in his life
03:44 Clemencia, his wife, and other memories
06.27 Leading the "Auspicio de Guatemala"
07:58 Daily life with God and Opus Dei
10:52 Time for family and friends
12:06 Life without Clemencia
14:04 Rome, a fundamental encounter
16:05 Memories of friendships filled with God
17.30 Initiatives and educational projects
20:36 In support of the beginning of life
23:05 University education for the most needy
25:50 Serving despite cancer
27:00 A universal example of service and love for others
More information ► opusdei.org/en/section/ernesto...
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