There are many sources that tell the beautiful story of the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe to St. Juan Diego on Tepayac Hill in 1531. Here are a couple of links for more information:
Our Lady of Guadalupe
Story of Juan Diego & Our Lady of Guadalupe
Join us for a novena each day until Wednesday Dec. 16th as our Rosary Ministry and Our Lady of Guadalupe group share the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary, in honor of the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Archbishop Gomez of Los Angeles wrote this prayer at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Holy Virgin of Guadalupe, Queen of the Angels and Mother of the Americas. We fly to you today as your beloved children. We ask you to intercede for us with your Son as you did at the wedding in Cana.
Pray for us, loving Mother, and gain for our nation and world, and for all our families and loved ones, the protection of your holy angels, that we may be spared the worst of this illness.
For those already afflicted, we ask you to obtain the grace of healing and deliverance. Hear the cries of those who are vulnerable and fearful, wipe away their tears and help them to trust.
In this time of trial and testing, teach all of us in the Church to love one another and to be patient and kind. Help us to bring the peace of Jesus to our land and to our hearts.
We come to you with confidence, knowing that you truly are our compassionate mother, health of the sick and cause of our joy.
Shelter us under the mantle of your protection, keep us in the embrace of your arms, help us always to know the love of your Son, Jesus.
Amen."
The words of Our Lady of Guadalupe to St. Juan Diego who was worried about his uncle who was near death.
"Do not let your heart be troubled. Don't fear this illness, nor any other form of illness or pain. Am I not here, I who am your Mother? Are you not under my shelter? Are you not held in my arms?"
All parishioners and visitors are invited to bring a small photo of your deceased loved ones (labeled with name) for display on our Ofrenda Table as we honor them this season. Special Remembrance Masses will be celebrated on:
Want to learn more about the history and significance of the Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos?