Cyprien Rugamba, born in Rwanda in 1959, was a man deeply shaped by his cultural roots and a passionate believer in the power of Christian faith to heal and unite. In his early marriage to Daphrose, however, he struggled with unfaithfulness and a lack of commitment to his Christian values, which strained their relationship. Daphrose, a devoted Catholic, remained faithful to her husband, praying fervently for his conversion. Her persistence in love and prayer during these challenging years would play a pivotal role in his transformation.

In 1982, Cyprien experienced a life-changing illness that led to a profound spiritual awakening. During his recovery, he recognized the depth of Daphrose's forgiveness and her unwavering commitment to their marriage, which deeply moved him. This moment of grace sparked a conversion that transformed Cyprien into a devoted husband, father, and Christian. Together with Daphrose, he became committed to living out the principles of love, forgiveness, and reconciliation, dedicating themselves to serving the poor and educating street children in Kigali.

The couple's life of service and faith, however, was tragically cut short when they were killed during the Rwandan Genocide in 1994. Despite their untimely deaths, their legacy of reconciliation and redemption has endured. In 2009, the Catholic Church opened the cause for their canonization.