Hilda was born in Miami, Florida to Cuban parents and has been a religious sister since 1994. She worked for more than 15 years in the formation of Hispanic immigrant pastoral agents and has a Doctorate in Ministry. She is currently the Co-Director for the History and Charism Team as well as a consultant to groups who wish to engage in a process of transformation through contemplation. Hilda lives in Pasadena, California, where she is writing a book on the history of her congregation.