Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, celebrated on December 12th, honors the Virgin Mary’s appearance to Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531. It symbolizes faith, hope, and cultural identity for many, especially among Mexicans and Latin Americans. The event commemorates the miraculous tilma image left by Mary on Juan Diego’s cloak, which is enshrined in the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The celebration includes Masses, processions, and cultural festivities, reflecting deep spiritual devotion and national pride rooted in the story of Mary’s compassion and protection for her people.