My Memoirs

"It is not just a story of faith; it is the chronicle of a love that becomes service."
How is the character of a man forged as he moves from the hardships of the Guerrero mountains to the whirlpool of Mexico City, and finally, to the challenge of a new life in the United States? In these pages, Salatiel Pimentel opens his heart to narrate a 65-year journey marked by divine providence and human resilience.
My Memoirs takes us on an unforgettable geographical and spiritual journey:
From Fragility to Strength: From surviving polio in a palm-roofed hut to facing the shadow of death in the mountains after a scorpion sting.
The Clash of Worlds: The contrast between the peace of the province and the accelerated violence of the big city, and the leap of faith toward "The North" to save his family's future.
A Life of Service: An account of 33 years of pastoral ministry, where the author learned that success is not measured by the height of the pulpit, but by the depth of one's surrender.
The "Beautiful Burden": In the most intimate and moving chapter, Salatiel redefines love and the Hebrew concept of Shalom. Facing retirement and illness, he discovers that his most sacred mission has not ended: today, it is translated into the selfless care of his wife, Rita.
This book is an invitation to discover that, although the wind may take us through routes we did not choose, the "Grand Designer" never loses control. It is a legacy of hope for children, grandchildren, and anyone seeking to understand that true greatness lies in living to serve others.
"God takes the small, the weak, and the seemingly insignificant... and does great things."