The International Pilgrim Virgin Statue Of Our Lady Of Fatima Viewing And Discussion

Coming to St. Antoninus Church on Wednesday June 10th from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, The International Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of Fatima
The International Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of Fatima is a world-famous Marian image that has been traveling since 1947, bringing the message of Fatima to millions who cannot visit the Shrine of Fatima in Portugal
History and Creation
· Sculptor & Inspiration: Created in 1947 by José Thedim, based on the description of Sr. Lucia, one of the three young seers of the 1917 apparitions.
· Blessing: On May 13, 1947, in the presence of about 150,000 pilgrims, the statue was blessed by the Bishop of Leiria at Fatima to be “the pilgrim, the traveler.”
Purpose of the Tours
The statue’s mission is to spread Our Lady of Fatima’s message of hope, peace, and salvation, and to offer graces to those who may never make the pilgrimage. Events often include Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, talks, and personal veneration.
Traveling in the U.S.
· The statue has been hosted in parishes across the U.S. under the World Apostolate of Fatima and the International Pilgrim Virgin Statue Foundation.
· Tours have visited over 100 dioceses in 50 states, sometimes in custom trailers or special processions.
· Hosts can request a stop by contacting the organizing foundation or local parish.
Message of Fatima
Our Lady of Fatima’s message calls for:
· Prayer and penance to avoid moral evils and war.
· The Peace Plan from Heaven: daily reparation for sin, Rosary devotion, consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, and wearing the Brown Scapular.
· Converting the world to the Catholic faith and saving souls from hell.
There will be talks on Fatima and the Travelling Statue by the caretaker. For any questions, contact Mark Braunstein at [email protected]. There is a continuing Fatima Prayer Group since 1994, every Monday evening at 7:00 PM in St. Antoninus Church, all are invited to attend.