He was born in Lyon, France, on August 5, 1912, into a wealthy and devoted Catholic family. Henri Grou?s was given that name at birth. Inspired to lead a pious life from an early age, he joined the Capuchin monks in 1930. He remained for eight years, but suffered from the strict and austere lifestyle, in part because of his poor health. He believed that helping people assist themselves was the most effective...
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