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2. takinG in émérita

Émérita is the daughter of one of Cyprien’s extra-marital affairs.
Daphrose took her in and loved her as much as did the other children.

ideas For reFlection

• Let us reflect on how one is able to accept a spouse’s mistake,
their limitation, their weakness.

EVERYDAY LIFE IN THE RUGAMBA FAMILY
3. tHe poWer oF conversion

Daphrose’s change when she encounters the Charismatic
Renewal makes Cyprien reflect quite a bit. It was not the words rather
the care she had for him that shook him and gradually brought him to
God. The children were impressed by his conversion and so the whole
family experienced the power of God.

ideas For reFlection

• I reflect upon my ability to notice and thank my spouse for his
or her positive changes, even when they are small things, details.
• I reflect on how a change of mine, even if small, can be an
example that draws others toward good.