Letter (number unidentified). To Don Pedro Manso,Canon of Burgos, Afterwards Bishop of Calahorra?, Burgos, May 4, 1582

Departure of Father Gracian for Soria. The Saint's loneliness. A clothing.

JESUS! May the grace of the Holy Spirit be with your

Reverence!

UR Father Provincial wishes me to tell you that he has received a letter saying that, before leaving for Rome, his father is going to Soria to meet him. Consequently our Father could make no delay but started this morning Much as he desired to see your Reverence, he was too busy. He begs you to pray for him. We feel very lonely; I hope that in future you will remember that we are your daughters and that, being such a wretched creature, I need your care. The Mother Prioress and the nuns kiss your hands. | The clothing will take place on F riday; his Lordship the Archbishop will give the habit:' May

TO FATHER DORIA 309

God give us Himself, so that we may not miss the absent, and may He protect your Reverence and make you very holy!

Before your Honour arranges about a chaplain for this convent, we must discuss the subject, but do not forget us if you see a suitable person.

The unworthy servant and subject of your Honour, Teresa de Jesus.

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