Saint Mary Elizabeth Hesselblad, also known as Maria Elizabetta Hesselblad, was born on June 4, 1870, in Faglavik, Alvsborg province, Sweden. She was the fifth of thirteen children born to Augusto Roberto Hesselblad and Cajsa Pettesdotter Dag. Raised in the Reformed Church of Sweden, Saint Mary Elizabeth's family faced economic hardships, leading to frequent moves. Seeking work to support...