Marian devotion
Laos Marian Advocations
Catholic Faith in Southeast Asia
Laos is a Buddhist country with a small Catholic community, mainly of Vietnamese origin. The Catholic Church has a limited but significant presence.
Main data
Our Lady of Lagrange
The Laosian Catholic community, of Vietnamese origin, has brought devotion to Our Lady of La Vang, patron of Vietnam. The Cathedral of St. Teresa in Vientian is the center of this devotion.
Our Lady of the Rosary
In Luang Prabang, the Catholic community has developed a strong devotion to Rosary. The Church of the Rosary is an important center of pilgrimage.
Popular devotions
The main devotions include the community rosary, the ninth to the Virgin and the celebration of May.
Current situation
The Catholic Church is growing slowly in Laos. There is religious freedom, but with regulations. The Catholic community is small but active.
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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