Summary
A replica of Manila’s famed ‘Black Nazarene’ image, revered in the Philippines as Nuestro Padre Jesús Nazareno of Quiapo, was formally turned over to the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. The Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesús Nazareno gifted the replica to Holy Family Parish in Artesia, a Filipino ministry within the archdiocese. Bishop Rufino Sescon of Balanga, Bataan, spearheaded this evangelization effort as then-rector. After initial hesitation from another parish, Sonja Cordero, pastor of Holy Family Parish, arranged for the image to be moved into their religious goods store in the vestibule, which was later converted into a shrine. Bishop Sescon will celebrate the Mass marking the official arrival and reception of the replica on February 14th. Later this year, the image is scheduled to visit the annual Religious Education Congress, where it will expose thousands of catechists and ministry leaders. The parishioners have expressed joy about hosting the Nazareno image in their community, highlighting its role as a focal point for Christian unity.
Key Topics
Manila, Quiapo Church, Los Angeles
