Mexican icon blossoms in U.S

[Dale_M]

The Virgin of Guadalupe

As Roman Catholics mark the 475th anniversary Tuesday of Guadalupe’s appearance to a Mexican Indian named Juan Diego, the Virgin’s image and the immense devotion surrounding her continues to fascinate and expand into new areas.

Like few other Catholic figures, Guadalupe has spread beyond her ethnic and religious origins, attracting non-Latino Catholics as well as Protestants and even some Jewish women who find her empowering. Earlier this year, she emerged as a symbol of justice for immigrants as her image dominated nationwide protests over immigration.

Academically, “there has been this explosion of Guadalupe studies in art, literature, theology and history,” said Timothy Matovina, professor of theology at the University of Notre Dame. Last month, dozens of Guadalupe experts, including theologians, historians, anthropologists and artists, gathered at the university to explore her significance.

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[Chickamauga]

Like few other Catholic figures, Guadalupe has spread beyond her ethnic and religious origins, attracting non-Latino Catholics…

Amen. I am a non-Latino convert to Catholicism and I chose St. Juan Diego as my patron… or rather the Lord chose him for me.

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