Saying that the image is known for its “fragrance”, the nuncio underscored that “the imagery of aroma is symbol of Mary’s maternal love for the people”.
The dedication took place during the 8 a.m. Mass before a throng of churchgoers in Gamu, a town in the northern diocese of Ilagan in Isabela province
“Let the Church be the fragrance of Christ. We, the baptized, are Christ’s fragrance to the world. You carry His aroma to the world to become this beautiful fragrance for others,” Archbishop Brown said. Guibang Shrine Rector Fr. Gregorio Marvic Uanan said the church was rebuilt to accommodate the growing number of pilgrims visiting the shrine.
The rebuilding of the larger church began in December 2018. While the construction was ongoing, liturgical services and devotional activities were held in the adjacent St. Claire Monastery.
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