As co-founder and first superior general of the Daughters of St Paul, Thecla Merlo's purpose was one alone: to carry out God's will and bring the message of peace and salvation to humanity. Her example is one of immense courage, humility and faith, summed up in her own words: “By myself I can do nothing, but with God I can do all thins”

Thecla’s whole life announced the Good News, a message of great depth and eternal relevance to all.