Florián’s Touch

Lima, Peru + 1579 AD

By: Jon Burnham

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

In the heart of 16th-century Lima, Peru, where wealth and poverty collide, a healer emerges whose power transcends the boundaries of the natural world. Martin de Porres, a humble lay brother at the convent of Santo Domingo, has always served those abandoned by society—tending to the sick, comforting the suffering, and bringing hope where hope seems lost. Despite his humble beginnings and the racial prejudice he faces as the son of a Spanish nobleman and an African mother, Martin's life is marked by an unwavering dedication to serving others. But Martin's journey is about to take an extraordinary turn that will test the limits of his faith and the depth of his heart.

One night, as Martin kneels in quiet prayer, a radiant being appears—Florián, the Angel of the Sacred Valley. Her ethereal beauty and divine presence awaken something within Martin—a longing he cannot fully comprehend. She stands before him as both a celestial guide and a symbol of a love that transcends the earthly. Their connection grows, a deep, platonic love that is both pure and undeniably enticing, pulling Martin into a realm of spiritual intimacy he has never before experienced. Under her guidance, Martin discovers the miraculous gift of bilocation, enabling him to heal the suffering in distant lands while his body remains in Lima, his spirit moving across oceans and continents to bring hope to those in despair.

As Martin follows Florián's celestial calling, he must navigate the tension between devotion and desire, duty and an attraction that feels both sacred and forbidden. The angel's presence stirs conflicting emotions within him—a sense of duty to God, an overwhelming compassion for humanity, and a growing bond with Florián that seems to blur the lines between the divine and the human. He finds himself questioning the nature of his calling and whether his devotion to Florián is a reflection of his own faith or a test of his spiritual strength.

Word of his miraculous appearances spreads far and wide, drawing both reverence and suspicion. Villagers tell stories of the mysterious healer who appears like a vision, bringing comfort and health to those in need. Letters begin arriving at the convent—pleas for help from distant lands, accounts of miraculous encounters, and whispers of a healer whose power seems too incredible to be true. These tales reach the ears of the Church authorities, who grow wary of Martin's newfound abilities. They question whether such feats are truly the work of God or if something more profane is at play, casting a shadow of doubt over Martin's mission.

As the scrutiny intensifies, Martin is faced with a choice: to retreat into the safety of his vows, submitting to the Church's authority, or to trust in the divine connection he shares with Florián—a connection that may change his life and the lives of countless others forever. Florián's presence brings him comfort, her voice a soothing balm in his moments of doubt, but her attraction to him also deepens his inner struggle. Can he remain true to his faith while embracing a love that feels destined yet forbidden?

Florián's Touch is a tale of faith, love, and the mystical journey of a saint whose compassion knew no bounds. It is a story of the miraculous power of healing, the courage to follow a divine calling, and the struggle to balance earthly desires with a higher purpose. Will Martin's devotion be enough to transcend the limits of the earthly and embrace the divine? Can he find a way to fulfill his mission without losing himself in the process? Discover the extraordinary path of Martin de Porres as he learns that true love and faith are not bound by the rules of this world, but by the boundless grace of the divine.