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Vatican General Audience, 7 October 2026

Pope Leo XIV entrusts Brazilians to Our Lady of Aparecida's intercession

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV entrusted Brazilian pilgrims and their families to the intercession of Our Lady of Aparecida during a general audience on October 7, 2026.

Addressing Portuguese-speaking pilgrims, the pope referred to Our Lady of Aparecida as the Mistress of Brazil. He noted that the feast day for the patroness will be celebrated this coming Monday, October 12. He asked for her maternal protection over those present and their families.

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