El padrecito

A young priest who arrives to replace the aging Father Damián. He challenges the town’s complacency with unconventional sermons and modern social ideas, while staying true to Catholic ideals. He redistributes wealth through the collection plate to aid the poor and engages in tense confrontations with the town’s authorities. His energy and determination gradually win over many townspeople, even as some resist his methods.

An aging priest who resists the younger arrival, embodying the town’s traditional authority. He distrusts Father Sebastián’s unorthodox methods and clashes with him, defending the old parish order. As the bishop’s visit unfolds, his stance is tested and he remains a steady symbol of established routines.

Damián’s sister, a figure of the town’s initial skepticism toward change. She reflects the tension between family loyalty, tradition, and community needs. Her stance anchors the social dynamics surrounding Sebastián’s arrival and influence.

Sara’s daughter and the first to warm to Father Sebastián. She represents hope and openness, illustrating how younger generations respond to reform. Her positive reception contrasts with the town’s resistance and helps propel change.

The town cacique who embodies the old guard resisting Sebastián’s reforms. He wields power and influence to maintain the status quo, setting up a central clash with the new priest. His opposition grounds the political stakes of the conflict.

Don Silvestre’s son and a key figure in the town’s conflict with Sebastián. He embodies the organized resistance to change and serves as a foil to the priest’s reformist energy. His stance amplifies the tension between old authority and new ideas.

The overseeing bishop who arrives to assess Father Sebastián’s impact. He scrutinizes Sebastián’s radical proposals and, in the end, permits Father Damián to remain, balancing reform with church authority. His presence adds a layer of ecclesiastical diplomacy to the town’s drama.