Marian devotion
Our Lady of Sorrows of Aroche
Marian title of Aroche (Andalusia)
Recognized by the Church
Our Lady of Sorrows is the patron saint of Aroche (Huelva), a mountain town in the Sierra de Aracena and Picos de Aroche, next to the border with Portugal.
Main data
Origin and history
Our Lady of Sorrows is the patron saint of Aroche (Huelva), a mountain town in the Sierra de Aracena and Picos de Aroche, next to the border with Portugal.
The image and the sanctuary
It is venerated in Aroche; it represents the Virgin in the sorrow of the Passion of her Son.
Sponsorship and coronation
Patron saint of Aroche. No canonical coronation is recorded.
Party and devotion
Their festivities honor Our Lady of Sorrows, patron saint of the mountain village. Devotion to her is a defining characteristic of the town.
Link to the Rosary
There is no pain that Mary did not know before at the foot of the cross; praying the sorrowful mysteries of the Rosary is knowing that the Mother understands and accompanies all sorrow.
A flower for the Virgin
It offers a simple prayer to this advocation. Pray a Hail Mary for Spain and for the peace of the world.
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