My family: I was born on October 31, 1980, into a devout, conservative, and traditional Catholic family. The church was the focal point of our lives. We began each day with mass and actively participated in all church activities. Every evening, we gathered for family prayer. We embarked on pilgrimages together and even engaged in annual retreats. Consequently, I believe I received a strong spiritual upbringing from my family, inheriting many of the qualities that shape my spiritual life today. Culture and tradition : I hail from a region in Kerala where the Christian population outweighs that of Hindus and Muslims, possibly in the southern part of India. Our community has a rich Christian tradition deeply rooted in faith. Despite occasional criticisms of priests, our churches remain full, indicating a strong devotion among the laity. Our area holds significance in the history of Christianity, believed to have been home to Christians since the first century, particularly...