Our Lady of Zapopan honored

Bishop Alberto Rojas, Auxiliary Bishop of Chicago, was the main celebrant during a Mass for Expectant Mothers at St. Joseph Church, 4821 South Hermitage on May 12. All Mothers received a blessing and expectant mothers received a silk rose and St. Gerard prayer card and medal. The Mass was held at the conclusion of a 5 day visit of the statue of Our Lady of Zapopan from Mexico.
Parishioners pray at the statue of Our Lady of Zapopan prior to Mass. (Karen Callaway / Catholic New World)
Mariachis play while Bishop Rojas serenades Our Lady of Zapopan at the request of the congregation. (Karen Callaway / Catholic New World)
Hugo Leon Londono, pastor at St. Joseph Church on Hermitage, presents white roses to expectant mothers following Mass. (Karen Callaway / Catholic New World)
Hugo Leon Londono, pastor at St. Joseph Church on Hermitage, presents white roses to expectant mothers following Mass. (Karen Callaway / Catholic New World)
Parishioners pray over expectant mothers as Bishop Rojas gives them a special Mothers Day blessing. (Karen Callaway / Catholic New World)
The statue of Our Lady of Zapopan from Mexico. (Karen Callaway / Catholic New World)

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