Torreciudad commemorated on this occasion a very special event: the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the opening for worship of the new temple dedicated to the Virgin.
A meeting marked by joy, prayer and the certainty of sharing the faith as a family. As the Vicar of Opus Dei in Spain, Fr. Ignacio Barrera, said: "How much beauty and joy can be transmitted by a family that prays!
The CARF FoundationThe Foundation, faithful to its commitment to priestly formation and to the universal Church, was one of the sponsors of this event, thus joining in the joy of the families who came to the Aragonese sanctuary.
The main event was the Eucharist celebrated on the esplanadeIgnacio Barrera, Vicar of Opus Dei in Spain, who invited all those present to be "sowers of peace and joy," recalling the words of St. Josemaría: families are called to be "luminous and joyful homes.
In a world so often marked by haste, division and uncertainty, Barrera recalled that "the Lord will take care of the rest and will kindle many other lights" if each family tries to give witness to love in their daily lives: "The Lord will take care of the rest and will kindle many other lights" if each family tries to give witness to love in their daily lives.Give light in your homes, schools, workplaces, etc.... How much beauty and joy can be transmitted by a family that prays, that loves one another, that forgives one another and is united". And he asked: "Don't you think that there is much need for this in our time, in social life, in political life, in the work environment?
This day breathes fraternity and prayer. After praying the Angelus, there was a varied presentation of offerings by the participating associations, parishes, schools and groups, who offered flowers, products of the earth, images of the Virgin, children's handicrafts and other symbols of gratitude and faith.
In a gesture full of tenderness, the parents offered their children to the Virgin of Torreciudadentrusting them with their future and asking for her protection. This moment, lived with tears and smiles, was a testimony of what it means to walk together as a Christian family: to allow ourselves to be guided by Mary towards her Son.
The day was full of moments of encounter and testimony. The couple formed by Nachter and Roseanneknown for their humor and closeness in social networks, shared their experience on "how to improve our family relationships with a lot of humor. They recalled that "laughing with others, not at others" is a simple key to living charity in the home, and that "in the face of pain, it is essential that our life is not defined by suffering, but by the help we give each other. And above all God, who is Father and we can fully trust in Him, even if sometimes we do not understand Him".
Throughout the day, more than 200 volunteers collaborated in the reception, parking, information and cleaning services, together with the Guardia Civil, Turismo de Aragón, the regions of Somontano, Ribagorza and Cinca Medio, the municipalities of Secastilla and El Grado, the CARF Foundation and the Mahou San Miguel Group. In addition, hygiene products were collected for needy families, which will be delivered through Cáritas Diocesana de Barbastro-Monzón: a simple gesture that embodies Christian love made service.
On the 50th anniversary of the church, this Marian Day once again showed the vibrant heart of the Church: families united by faith, praying, forgiving and trusting in God.. The CARF Foundationpresent among them, shares this mission of radiating hope and forming priestly hearts that serve so many families throughout the world.
Torreciudad, once again, was light. A light that is born of Mary and that, through the family, illuminates society with the joy of the Gospel.
Javier Betorz, delegate of the Government of Aragon in Huesca, stressed that "Torreciudad is an undoubted focus of attraction, therefore has our full support in promoting religious and cultural tourism". Mari Carmen Obis, mayoress of El Grado, has pointed out the importance of the festival "in these calls to share our heritage and our joy, so that they reach new visitors".
José Luis Arasanz, deputy mayor of Secastilla, and Ana María Rabal, councilor, trust in the road axis project with El Grado and Graus through the municipality. Antonio Comps, mayor of Castejón del Puente, thinks that "the day is a very important event for Alto Aragón, with a deep positive meaning for the family and as an element of promotion".
Fernando Torres, mayor of Barbastro, said he was "very happy to repeat another edition, and to have shared the concern of the sanctuary for the damage caused by last night's storm", while for José Pedro Sierra, mayor of Peraltilla, "the best thing is that I have seen many people, with families that we hope will repeat and make our environment known".
José María Civiac, president of the Cinca Medio region and mayor of Alfántega, commented that "I have seen many people, willing to travel a long way sometimes, and of course, we must all work together to increase the number of visitors".
Lola Ibort, councilor in Almudévar and provincial deputy, said in her second attendance to this day, that "I am very happy to return because I share so many values that promote the family, which is so important. And these young families are, at the same time, the best ambassadors of our territory".
Also in attendance were the mayoress of El Pueyo de Santa Cruz, Teresa Rupín, and municipal representatives from Puente de Montañana, Arén, Enate and Artasona.
Marta Santínjournalist specializing in religion.
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