Revisit the group of women that sewed the linens for the Pope for the Madison Square Garden Holy Mass. The group got to meet the Pope Francis in Harlem and I would like to get their experience and hopes for the Pope’s visit to their home land Mexico.
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Mexico Overview
Mexico overview, which includes where the Pope is going, and includes highlights of children in hospital, prisons, the indigenous, OL of Guadalupe, other stops, and more.
Lady of Guadalupe
We have another clip, from the NET TV documentary Mexico Ever Faithful. This segment features Padre Jose Camarena Fregozo, of the Diocese of Leon, in Guanajuato, Mexico. He presents us with a fascinating and detailed description of the beauty and the impact that the original image of Our Lady of Guadalupe had on the native people of Mexico.
Catholic Church In Mexico
The Catholic Church in Mexico — looking at both the challenges to the faith, and the positive evangelization going on in the country. Examines why the Pope’s visit to Chiapas & Juárez are important for hope among Mexican Catholics.
Blessed Jose Sanchez Del Rio
From the NET TV documentary, Mexico Ever Faithful, is the story of Blessed Jose Sanchez del Rio. He was just 14 years old when he was martyred for refusing to denounce his Catholic faith. He was captured and killed in 1928 and endured several weeks of imprisonment and torture before his death. He was beatified by Pope Benedict XVI in 2005.
Mariachis In NY
The director of the Mariachi Academy of NY works with mariachi students at St. Raphael’s church in Queens, NY – one of many programs that highlight the cultural contributions of the Mexican people.
Featuring: Ramon Ponce, Director of Mariachi Academy of New York
Mexican Immigrants
The Executive Director of Mexican Culture Without Borders talks about the derogatory comments politicians have made about Mexican immigrants. He also speaks about the life of Jesus as an immigrant and the lessons of Christianity. Also touches upon social justice and the challenges that migrant Mexicans face.
Featuring: Juan Carlos Aguirre, Executive Director Mano a Mano (Mexican Culture Without Borders)
Father Pro
This next clip, from the NET TV documentary, Mexico Ever Faithful, relates the inspiring story of Father Pro, a beloved Mexican priest who was executed for his belief in the Catholic Faith.
The Cristeros
We have a clip from the NET TV documentary, Mexico Ever Faithful. In 1921 a people’s army of civilians known as the Cristeros led an uprising against the government’s persecution of Catholics.
Meaning Behind Our Lady of Guadalupe
Dr. Greene delves into the miraculous history of the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe and reveals the meaning of the subtle symbolism throughout.
Featuring: Dr. Francis Greene, Emeritus Professor of Fine Arts at St. Francis College.