“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” (Mt 5:8)
“For God did not call us to impurity, but to holiness.” (1 Thess 4:7)
“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore, glorify God with your body.” (1 Cor 6:19–20)
“How can a young person keep their way pure? By keeping your word. I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands. I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.” (Ps 119:9–11)

Magdi’s friend recalled a conversation:

“Magdi declared that she did not need to bother with men because she chose the Lord Jesus and would dedicate her life entirely to Him. I tried to object:
‘You should think this over. You are still too young to make a final decision about your life. And motherhood is a very sacred calling.’
‘I know this well,’ she replied with a growing firmness in her voice, ‘but I gladly offer my life and all its beautiful promise to God. I even had suitors who would have suited me, but I give thanks to God that He put me at such a crossroads. It gave me the chance to show that I love the Lord Jesus above everyone else.’”

Another testimony:

“She had serious suitors who would have matched her well. She felt she could easily grow fond of them, and when this happened, she immediately withdrew. She would neither play with someone else’s heart nor with her own. With firmness and tact, she made it clear that they should not try further.
Once, I was speaking with Fr. O. István,” says Father József, “about Magdi’s charming yet modest and reserved manner. ‘She is among us like a colleague,’ István said, ‘almost as if she were a priest, not a young woman.’
‘Maybe she doesn’t have a young woman’s heart,’ Fr. István added, ‘I mean, perhaps she doesn’t even struggle for her purity.’
‘I’ve thought the same,’ I replied, ‘but at the right time I will ask her about this because I’m sure I’ll learn from her answer.’
…
‘My heart is very passionate; I can quickly catch fire,’ Magdi replied. ‘I inherited this from my father. But I always keep my heart under control.’
This answer surprised me. I had thought the Lord gave her a heart somewhat cold and distant, which made her radiant purity easy and natural, standing quietly behind her lovable character. After a short pause, I continued:
‘Doesn’t this make your apostolic work with young men more difficult?’
‘Oh no. No one can court me. I do not listen to empty flattery; if a boy shows interest in me, I hand him one of Tihamér Tóth’s youth books and ask him to read it for my sake. Next time, if he wants to talk with me, I question him about what he read. If he hasn’t read it, I won’t talk to him again. If he has, then I only talk about that until he gets bored and leaves.
And even then, sometimes they propose marriage to me. I tell them openly that I will never marry.’
‘Do you ever worry,’ I asked, ‘that these conversations might raise false hopes in decent boys and cause them pain when they find out you won’t marry?’
‘There was indeed one young man whose deep piety I valued above the others,’ she admitted. ‘He also proposed to me. When I told him I would not marry, he asked why. I became flustered, lowered my gaze, and simply said: Don’t ask me that. The young man understood and replied:
“Please forgive me for asking this. I promise you will not see me again.”
He left the factory and ended his employment. Because he behaved so honorably, I felt sympathy for him. I was sorry to hurt him. It took me nearly two years to overcome my feelings. A girl’s heart is deeply touched by pure-hearted affection.
That’s why I was even more careful afterward not to attract anyone.”

Magdi lived her life as a response to God’s love. Her entire life was rooted in a relationship with God. For her, it was not only important what she did, but how she did it, with what spirit. She strove to bring her thoughts, words, and actions into harmony. Her greatest desire was to draw closer to her Heavenly Bridegroom, even at the cost of sacrifice.
Following her example, let us pray that we may live authentically:

• I constantly face decisions in my life, big or small. I ask the Holy Spirit to guide me step by step toward God, to open my heart so I can hear His promptings, trust in Him, and discover my life’s true purpose.

• Once I have discovered the purpose of my life, I align all my decisions with it. Whenever I am uncertain about the right decision, I ask the Holy Spirit’s help and weigh the pros and cons. If I truly listen to God, my decision will not be determined by logic alone, but by the inner movements of my heart through which I sense the Spirit’s guidance.

• I can only make a clear decision if it aligns with God’s will and I am at peace both mentally and spiritually (in body and soul). I remind myself that body and soul live and act together – they cannot be separated.

• God wants me to give myself entirely to Him. Not to make Him happy – for He is happy without me – but because my life will only be complete if I entrust myself to Him. He has already given Himself to me; I only need to accept this great and free gift.

• I give thanks for the realization that God’s love is mine, and His grace flows abundantly toward me. This is enough for me to carry out the tasks arising from my calling, and I entrust everything else to my Heavenly Father.

• Let us pray for young people who are uncertain about their future, who hesitate to commit or make lifelong decisions out of fear of consequences. May the Holy Spirit give them courage to make choices according to His loving plan, not the values of the world, and to act accordingly.

• Let us pray for our priests and religious, that they remain faithful to their vocation, renew themselves each day in God’s love, fight the good fight of faith, and glorify God through their purity of body and soul.

• Let us pray for single people, that in their state of life they may draw strength from Magdi’s example and bear witness to the gift of a life offered to God. May the Holy Spirit reveal to them God’s plan for their lives.

• Let us pray for engaged couples, that they may recognize God’s gift in each other, accept one another with gratitude, and build a relationship rooted in faith and love, supporting each other in following Christ.

• Let us pray for married couples, that they may live in unity according to God’s original design, growing in mutual love and fidelity. We especially pray for those who struggle in their relationship, that they may persevere and grow in love despite difficulties and trials.

Reflections for Children

Magdi loved children deeply and often played with them – running, jumping, and picking flowers.
Now it’s summer! No early mornings, no stressful schoolwork, tests, or exams. The break is a great time to play outside with your friends and siblings, in the garden or at the playground.
Discover the smallest creatures and flowers around you – bugs, plants, and blossoms. Remember, God created them all. Share the wonders you find in nature with your friends. Discover together the beauty of creation and the gifts God has given you.
And remember: God didn’t only give you flowers and bugs, but also companions. Learn to find and appreciate the good qualities in your friends – and tell them about it!

Reflections for Young People

Despite the hardships of life, Magdi always radiated joy and cheerfulness. Her joy came from the love of Jesus, and she sought to share it with others.
Jesus calls you, too, to a life of joy, where there is room for celebration, rest, and activity. Take a look at how you spend your time: do your activities bring true happiness?
Take time to write down your heart’s desires on a sheet of paper. Reflect on what decisions you need to make to achieve them. Review this list each week. What has changed? What remains constant? Look at the things that change – are they truly important, or can you let them go?

Reflections for Families

Magdi’s work with children brought her closer to the parents as well. She visited families, spoke with them, and helped where she could. Magdi recognized that marriage and the Christian family are part of God’s holy plan.
The dynamics of a family change over time. It is good to pause and reflect together on how the family is functioning, where you stand, and where you may need to make changes.
A (walking) family pilgrimage can be a wonderful opportunity for this. Plan a destination together. Along the way, reflect on what changes or improvements you want to make, both individually and as a family. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you stay united and accept each other’s different goals, as long as they align with God’s will.

Reflections for the Elderly

Magdi deeply respected elderly people and valued their life experience. She had a special bond with Mrs. Bíró from Fűzfő, whose advice and example inspired Magdi on her path of loving service.
Old age is marked by the wisdom of distinguishing between what is essential and what is not, and by the ability to avoid extremes.
Elderly people have learned how to wait, how to listen, and they appreciate the unique beauty of silence.
With these insights, look back on your life: what could you have done differently? Where have you made mistakes? Do not be afraid to ask forgiveness from others and from God.
If you can share your life experience with younger people, do so – it will help them. But if you cannot, or have no one to share it with, then tell it to Jesus, who is with you even in your pain.
He, though the Son of God, experienced loneliness, pain, disappointment, and abandonment as a human being. Jesus becomes your companion in bearing your burdens – so you will never be alone.