Marian devotion
Marian advocacy of Kazakhstan
Catholic Faith in Central Asia
Kazakhstan is a predominantly Muslim country with a small Catholic community, mainly of Polish, German and Ukrainian origin, a descendant of deportees during the Soviet era. The Catholic Church has grown slowly since independence in 1991.
Main data
Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
La Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Astana is the center of the diocese of Astana and symbol of the Catholic faith in Kazakhstan. It was built in 1999 and is an example of modern architecture at the service of Marian devotion.
Our Lady of Czestochowa
The Polish deportees brought to Kazakhstan the devotion to the Virgen Negra de Częstochowawhich is especially venerated by Catholics of Polish origin. This advocation connects the Kazakh Catholic community to the great Marian tradition of Poland.
Important churches
Among the most important Catholic churches in Kazakhstan are the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Astana), the Church of the Assumption (Karagandá) and the Church of San José (Almaty).
Popular devotions
The main devotions include the community rosary, the novenas to the Virgin, the celebration of the month of May and the pilgrimages to Astana.
Current situation
The Catholic Church is growing slowly in Kazakhstan. There is religious freedom, but with regulations. The Catholic community is small but active, and relations with the authorities are cordial.
A flower for the Virgin
It offers a simple prayer to this advocation. Pray a Hail Mary for this country and for the peace of the world.
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