Dom Francisco Edimilson presides over Mass for Our Lady of Penha in Crato

In brief

Bishop Francisco Edimilson Neves Ferreira presided over the final Mass of the Feast of Our Lady of Penha on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, in Crato. The celebration took place at the Sé Cathedral and Sé Square to honor the patron saint of the Diocese of Crato.

The Bishop of Tianguá led the third solemn celebration held at the cathedral for the feast. After the Mass, devotees participated in a procession through the main streets of the city, carrying the image of Our Lady of Penha. During the procession, the faithful used the traditional greeting, Imperatriz Constante, to honor the patroness.

The Diocese of Tianguá stated that the Bishop's participation in the event demonstrated communion between the dioceses of Tianguá and Crato.