“Slave of the slaves”

For 40 years, in the 17^th century. he dedicated himself entirely to teaching, baptizing, and accompanying the enslaved people of Africa who arrived in South America. His devotion was so complete that he called himself the “slave of the slaves,” serving with humility and charity. He is Saint Peter Claver, who lived the Gospel to the fullest, at the service of those whom society at the time considered chattel, not even true human beings.