He claims not to be a saint, but far away in Lebanon, in the hermitage where he spends 24 hours a day, dedicating 14 to prayer, three to work, two to study, and five to sleep, Colombian priest Darío Escobar knows he is quite a celebrity. However, his vows of humility, which he swore to uphold until death, prevent him from acknowledging or embracing this status. Sometimes he cannot even step outside his door as the fame of being a miracle worker has spread through word of mouth. The silence and contemplative life chosen by Father Darío 23 years ago appear to be overshadowed, but he remains steadfast…
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