Prayer Vigil for Venezuela at Madeira's Colégio Church on July 1st
Madeira GuideA special prayer vigil for Venezuela will be held at the Colégio Church in Madeira on July 1st, coinciding with the Day of the Region and of the Madeiran Communities.
The Colégio Church in Madeira will host a prayer vigil for Venezuela on July 1st at 8 PM, led by the Bishop of Funchal. This event coincides with the Day of the Region and of the Madeiran Communities, a significant date for the local populace.
The vigil aims to bring together the Venezuelan community in Madeira to pray for their compatriots affected by ongoing earthquakes in Venezuela. The event is a call to support those who live with fear and uncertainty due to the natural disasters.
The Bishop of Funchal will preside over the ceremony, emphasizing the importance of unity and solidarity in these challenging times. The offerings collected during this Mass and on July 4th and 5th will be donated to Cáritas Nacional, an organization dedicated to humanitarian aid.
This initiative highlights the strong bonds between Madeira and its Venezuelan community, many of whom have deep roots in both regions. The Day of the Region and of the Madeiran Communities is a time to celebrate these connections and to reflect on the shared histories and futures.
Madeira, a Portuguese archipelago, has long been a home to many Venezuelans, and events like this prayer vigil are a testament to the island's welcoming spirit and the mutual support among its residents.
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