Archdiocese of Passo Fundo celebrates 45th Our Lady of Aparecida Pilgrimage

The Archdiocese of Passo Fundo held its 45th Our Lady of Aparecida Pilgrimage on the second Sunday of October. The event brought together many faithful to the Sanctuary to offer prayers and thanks for received graces.

The day began with a 7 a.m. mass at the Our Lady of Aparecida Cathedral and the reception of a traveling image of the Virgin Mary at the sanctuary. Following the mass, pilgrims participated in a 7 km procession involving songs and prayers. Many participants walked the route to fulfill religious promises or to express gratitude.

This year's pilgrimage focused on the call to follow Jesus Christ and commit to the Kingdom of God and justice. The Archdiocese also directed prayers toward its evangelization planning and the growth of new vocations among laypeople, consecrated persons, and priests. Preparations included a novena at the sanctuary and the movement of the image of Our Lady of Aparecida through parishes in the Carazinho and Casca pastoral areas.