san xavier

 

Another favorite image converted to black and white. Tomorrow, on to new adventures!

 

San Xavier del Bac Mission

Tucson, AZ

2.27.2014



intercession

Near the San Xavier, a path winds up a hill to a holy place. The shrine was originally set up by Bishop Granjon in 1908 and dedicated to the Virgin Mary who is an intercessor of prayers to God. The shrine is a replica of the famous grotto in Lourdes, France. On the wrought iron "prayer fence" candles, ribbons, photos and hand written notes are attached.  It is a touching sight, representing human hopes, fears, sorrows - and reportedly, a few miracles.

 

Grotto Hill

San Xavier del Bac Mission

Tucson, Arizona

2.27.2014

our lady of good remedy

 

DEAR LADY OF GOOD REMEDY, source of unfailing help,

thy compassionate heart knows a remedy

for every affliction and misery we encounter in life. 

Help me with thy prayers and intercession

to find a remedy for my problems and needs.

 

Mortuary Chapel dedicated to our Lady of Sorrows

San Xavier Del Bac Mission

Tucson, Arizona

2.27.2014

san xavier

 

Mission San Xavier is known as the "white dove of the desert."  It shines in the early morning light. A National Historic Landmark, San Xavier Mission was founded as a Catholic mission 1692. Construction of the current church began in 1783 and was completed in 1797.

 

Mission San Xavier
Tucson, Arizona