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The Indian nun said she went public because of the court decision and a lack of support from the church. 

What began in 2011 as Facebook posts and homemade PowerPoint videos has grown into an online ministry with thousands of followers across social media platforms.

"Families trust us because their children are safe here," said the sister who directs two centers the Marist Missionary Sisters run. 

The shelter cares for 400-500 people a month; some stay more than a year because they have nowhere to go. 

Sr. Mary Casey O'Connor is a Sister of Life who welcomes pregnant women and their new babies into her congregation's convent. Their mission opened its doors in 1999 and has been a home for hundreds of pregnant women.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Sr. Sabina Joseph has trained hundreds of students in athletics, helping many young people from rural families in India find confidence and opportunities.

"Prayer gives courage," she says. "Courage is infectious. Seeing others act bravely inspires you to do the same. We never sought unnecessary danger, but when needed, faith sustains action."

In a recent interview with Global Sisters Report, 94-year-old Sr. Albina Gomes shared her journey as an evangelizer and teacher in rural areas of northern Bangladesh.