In the heart of Ecuador, a touching story of faith and transformation is unfolding — one that reminds us that guidance can come at any stage in life.
Blanca Mercedes spent much of her life in spiritual pursuit. She read the Bible regularly and had even contemplated becoming a nun. But it wasn’t until her own grandson embraced Islam that a new path began to open before her.
She watched closely as her grandson’s character began to change—he became calmer, more respectful, and spiritually grounded. Intrigued by this transformation, Blanca began asking questions. With patience and love, her grandson shared with her the core teachings of Islam, planting seeds of understanding and curiosity in her heart.

Eventually, she accepted his invitation to visit the local mosque. There, surrounded by a new sense of peace and clarity, Blanca found the answers she had long been seeking. The simplicity of Islam’s message resonated deeply within her.
Now a Muslim, Blanca is determined to continue learning. She reads the Qur’an, attends the mosque, and is embracing her new faith community with enthusiasm—proving that it’s never too late to find the truth.
Her story is a powerful reminder that dawah begins at home and that sometimes, the most unexpected people can become the greatest blessings in our lives.