Soñar con Santa María de la Victoria

In brief

The Diocese of Málaga released a reflection on the tradition of Santa María de la Victoria to encourage the faithful in Málaga and Melilla. The message recalls a historical event when the king leading Christian troops during the siege of Málaga had a dream in which the Virgin gave him encouragement, after which the city surrendered.

The Diocese uses this history to address the battle against self-sufficiency. The text notes that modern culture suggests people can walk alone and resolve everything themselves, but true growth comes from relying on God and others. Drawing on the biblical account of the Visitation, the Diocese suggests that Mary provides a model for overcoming isolation by helping others.