Many Houstonians were among the millions of Catholic Mexicans who honored the Virgin of Guadalupe on Dec. 12 with annual masses, parades and mariachis.
They were among the millions of Catholic Mexicans who honored the Virgin of Guadalupe on Dec. 12 with annual masses, parades and mariachis. This year marked the 50th anniversary of local events that were first started by Daniel and Mercedez Juarez, who led a small procession in 1972.
Hundreds celebrated at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church on Navigation in the East End. Masses were held throughout the day on Dec. 11, leading to a Dec. 12 midnight mass. That was followed by a 5 a.m. serenade of"Las Mañanitas," a traditional Mexican birthday song that was popularized by singers Pedro Infante and Vicente Fernandez.Hundreds of people gather to participate the Midnight Mass to celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe Day Monday, Dec.
"This place has a force that transcends time and space. Everyone who comes feels that something in their lives belongs here. Catholics call this place the mother's house. Mother's house never leaves us, even though we live far away. That is why this feast is so significant for the Houstonians. "The celebrations of 2022 were perfect. We had great weather, the organization was attentive to every detail, we received support from the city of Houston, and our visitors had excellent behavior."
The image of La Virgen continues to permeate every aspect of culture. It's seen on everything from purses and T-shirts to bumper stickers and watches.Hundreds of people gather to participate the Midnight Mass to celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe Day Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Houston.
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