The National Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima and the Canonical Coronation of Nuestra Señora de Fatima
A Filipino Pilgrimage to Fátima
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima in Valenzuela City is a symbol of the Filipino devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The shrine is a popular pilgrimage destination for Catholics from all over the Philippines, and it is also a center for Marian spirituality. The shrine was built in 1951, and it was elevated to the status of a national shrine in 1957. The shrine is home to a replica of the statue of Our Lady of Fatima that was brought to the Philippines from Fátima, Portugal in 1947.
The Canonical Coronation of Nuestra Señora de Fatima
In 1954, the image of Nuestra Señora de Fatima de Marikina was canonically crowned by the Archbishop of Manila. The coronation ceremony was attended by thousands of Catholics from all over the Philippines. The coronation was a recognition of the devotion of the Filipino people to Our Lady of Fatima and her role in the history of the Philippines.
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima and the Canonical Coronation of Nuestra Señora de Fatima are two important events in the history of the Catholic Church in the Philippines. These events are a testament to the Filipino people's devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and her role in their lives.
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