The town of reduction, in the south of the province of Córdoba, is consolidated as an epicenter of one of the greatest manifestations of faith in Argentina with the feast of the Lord of the Good Death.
Since May 1, more than 60,000 pilgrims They have arrived at the Sanctuary of Reduction, from various parts of the country, touring Route 8 and rural roads to pay tribute to the Holy Christ, patron of the town.
Today, on the day of the Christ of Good Death, a massive procession Central that will crown this holiday of deep historical and spiritual roots.
A record influx and moments of emotion
Gina Graciano, Secretary of Government of Reduction, in dialogue with Chain 3 He highlighted the impact of the celebration: “On May 1 we received more than 60,000 people, and yesterday, 10,000 faithful visited the town.”
Among the outstanding events, the Mass for the sick and afflicted brought together a crowd that overflowed the temple, forcing all its doors to welcome the faithful in the splaced.
The unpublished visit of the image of Our Lady of the Assumption, patron of Alejandro Roca, and the penitential march of torches, in memory of Father Victor, left moving images, with the people illuminated only by the light that accompanied the Holy Christ.
From 14:30, a concert of the Córdoba Police Band will be held, followed by Mass Cúlmine. Next, the solemn procession will travel the streets of reduction, headed by the image of the Christ of the Good Death and accompanied by authorities, educational, cultural and security forces.
The Vice Governor of Córdoba and other figures confirmed her presence, together with the musical closure by the Cantor Julio Cejas.
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An out of protocol with the Archbishop of Córdoba, Ángel Rossi, one of those who will have the responsibility of choosing a new potato.
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A legacy of faith and new projects
The feast of the Lord of the Good Death, with more than 200 years of history, traces its origins to the Jesuit missions and the donation of the image of the Christ by Captain Francisco Zarco.
Declared National Historical Monument, the sanctuary is a pilgrimage point that attracts devotees from Argentina and neighboring countries, who appreciate miracles or ask for the “Holy Christ.”
In a significant announcement, Mayor Jorge Grazziano confirmed that next Tuesday the protocol for the construction of the Peregrine Road, a project of almost 100 kilometers along Route 8, designed by the University of Mendoza will be signed.
This initiative will guarantee greater security and comfort for the promises, with stations and positions throughout the route. “It is a historical step for reduction and for the thousands of faithful who visit us,” said Grazziano.
Informa de Víctor Rapetti.
