Marian devotion
Cathedral of Our Lady of Remedies
Marian Advocation of Luanda (Archdiocese of Luanda)
Recognized by the Church
It is the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Luanda, dedicated to Our Lady of Remedies, in Luanda, Angola. It was built in 1679 as the main church of the city and is the current cathedral of the Angolan capital.
Main data
Origin and history
It is the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Luanda, dedicated to Our Lady of Remedies, in Luanda, Angola. It was built in 1679 as the main church of the city and is the current cathedral of the Angolan capital.
The image and the sanctuary
In colonial times it was a place of begging for the protection of the city; many historical Marian processions of Luanda left or ended here. Other details are not recorded.
Sponsorship and coronation
It is not available.
Party and devotion
The advocation of Our Lady of Remedies is traditionally celebrated on 8 September, together with the Nativity of Mary. Devotion is expressed in processions and begging for the city.
Link to the Rosary
As Mother of Remedies, Mary is invoked in the prayer of the Rosary as help in the needs. Each mystery contemplated becomes a plea entrusted by the remedy of the soul and body. The Rosary supports the prayer of those who come to the cathedral of Luanda.
A flower for the Virgin
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