Our Lady of Le Leche
by D Hackett
Title
Our Lady of Le Leche
Artist
D Hackett
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Photograph - Digital
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Our Lady of Le Leche by D Hackett
In the early 1600s, the Spanish settlers of St. Augustine established the first Shrine to the Blessed Virgin Mary in the United States. The original chapel and several reconstructions were damaged by storms and attacks. The chapel was rebuild in 1875 by Augustin Verot, first bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine. It too fell to the ravages of a major hurricane.
The present chapel was reconstructed in 1915 and enshrines a replica of the original statue of Nuestra Senora de la Leche y Buen Parto Our Lady of the Milk and Happy Delivery. Throughout its existence, the Shrine has remained a comforting place of prayer for mothers-to-be, for families, for special intentions and for those seeking to strengthen their faith.
As you walk through the historic grounds at the Mission, you will be retracing the steps of Americas first founding fathers more than 400 years ago. It was here that Spanish explorers founded our nations first permanent community and pioneer priests first planted the cross of Christianity. This is the site where western culture and Christian faith took root in our country.
We ask that, while enjoying the grounds, you kindly respect the fragile conditions of the gravestones as well as the quiet, prayerful atmosphere of the Shrine Chapel. A form is available in the Gift Shop for any comments or suggestions you may have. God bless you on your way.
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November 4th, 2015
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