Lima, Peru, late in the sixteenth century, was not an easy place to grow up half black, half Spanish. It was remarkable that Mart?in felt no bitterness or hatred for anyone. But St. Mart?in de Porres was a remarkable man. This is the story of his life and of how, through his love of God, he ministered to all people -- the poor, the hungry, the old, and the sick -- regardless of race, color or creed.
