2010 Annual May Crowning Sunday, May 9, 2010 St Michael’s World Apostolate held the Annual May Crowning at Our Lady of the Roses, Mary Help of Mothers Shrine during the Sunday Holy Hour for priests. Even though it was a windy, chilly morning, over 200 pilgrims enjoyed the memorable and uplifting occasion. Following, 100 plus pilgrims gathered for this festive occasion at Our Lady's Workshop and enjoyed the fine home-cooked luncheon, the camaraderie of companionable spirits and a brief but stirring meeting led by President Michael Mangan. |
Our Lady of the Roses, Mary Help of Mothers |
Nicole Marie Fuentes, 10, of Elmhurst, New York, crowned Our Lady this year. |
Procession |
Our Lady's statue bearers |
Fr. Robert Skurla leads the
procession as he is assisted |
"Remember, My child, I have requested that mittens be worn in all public processions." Our Lady, Sept. 13, 1974 |
William Dykes, LOSM, leading the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary |
The pilgrims process around the sacred grounds three times during the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary. |
The rose garland to adorn Our Lady's statue at the crowning ceremony. |
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