Our Lady of Fátima

Our Lady of Fátima refers to a series of apparitions of the Virgin Mary reported by three young shepherd children in Fátima, Portugal, in 1917. They claimed to have seen Mary several times, who conveyed messages about prayer, repentance, and peace. The most famous event occurred on October 13, 1917, known as the Miracle of the Sun, where thousands witnessed an extraordinary solar phenomenon. The Catholic Church recognizes these apparitions, emphasizing their significance in promoting devotion to Mary and encouraging faith. The site has since become a major pilgrimage destination for Christians around the world.