Diocese of Guaxupé holds first Apostolate of Prayer meeting with relic of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque

The Poços de Caldas sector of the Diocese of Guaxupé held its first Apostleship of Prayer meeting on Sunday, October 18. The gathering brought together faithful to strengthen devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

A first-class relic of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque was present during the meeting. The relic was brought to the event from the Diocese of São João da Boa Vista. Participants used the presence of the relic to reflect on the life of the 17th-century French religious sister, who is known for spreading devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

The Diocese of Guaxupé stated that this meeting serves to strengthen the Apostleship of Prayer within the communities of the Poços de Caldas sector. The gathering aims to encourage prayer and the evangelizing mission of the Church.