Bishop José Luis Retana presides over Eucharist

Bishop José Luis Retana presided over a Mass at the Salamanca Cathedral on September 8 to honor Nuestra Señora de la Vega, the patron saint of Salamanca. The celebration coincided with the solemnity of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary.

Bishop Retana was joined by Bishop Emeritus Rutilio del Río, members of the cathedral chapter, priests, and religious members of the diocese. Representatives from local administrations and institutions also attended the service.

During his homily, Bishop Retana presented the new pastoral year to the Virgin Mary, asking for her encouragement. He noted that God uses humble and simple things to accomplish great works and emphasized that God walks alongside his people through their strengths and weaknesses.