Yesterday (Monday), we climbed the rocky path leading to the "Pines", the site of the Garabandal apparitions! The pines are a group of pine trees where Mary appeared -- to get there, we climbed a very rocky, somewhat treacherous path, while praying the Stations of the Cross at certain spots along the way. We ALL made it to the top, which was glorious! What a magnificent view! We were able to spend some devotional time praying next to a group of religious sisters in front of the site where Mary appeared. I think we were all "carrying" our prayer intentions on our backs all the way up the hill! It was tough, but we were all determined to make it, bringing our loved ones and other prayer needs all the way to the top!
Earlier in the day, we went to Mass at the Church of St. Sebastian where we had the opportunity to venerate and kiss the crucifix kissed by Our Lady at Garabandal!
Later in the afternoon we went to the church of St. Turibio where we passed through the holy door (there is a jubilee year for this church and the True Cross) and were able to venerate, kiss, and touch religious items to the largest piece of the True Cross of Jesus Christ in the world! Wow!
Photos are all on my camera, and I'm writing this post on my iPhone, so photos will have to come later.
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