In his apostolic visit to Mexico, St. John Paul II visited the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City and celebrated Mass. In his homily he implored the intercession of Our Lady and said: "I wish to entrust and offer the future of the continent to Blessed Mary, Mother of Christ and of the Church. For this reason, I have the joy now of announcing that I have declared that on 12 December Our Lady of Guadalupe faith of our brothers and sisters, so that in all areas of social, professional, cultural and political life they may act in accord with the truth and the new law which Jesus brought to humanity. Look with mercy on the distress of those suffering from hunger, loneliness, rejection or ignorance. Make us recognize them as your favourite children and give us the fervent charity to help them in their needs." 📸: Philippe Lissac / Godong #Guadalupe #OurLadyOfGuadalupe #JuanDiego #spirituality #Catholic #Catolico #Jesus #Mexico