For this date they were announced various processions scheduled for the capital city and Antigua Guatemala within the framework of the beginning of Lent in our country.
In Guatemala City, the procession scheduled for this day was Jesús Nazareno del Consuelo.
In the case of Antigua Guatemala, thousands of faithful gathered in the Santa Catalina Bobadilla village to participate in the solemn procession of Jesús Nazareno de la Salvaciónone of the most anticipated of the beginning of Lent in Sacatepéquez.
After the restrictions imposed in previous years due to the pandemic, The Catholic community enthusiastically lived the return of processions in its usual formatreaffirming your faith and devotion.
JESUS NAZARENO DEL CONSUELO PROCESSION
The devotees toured the streets of the historic center of the capital with the image of Jesús Nazareno del Consuelowhich traveled through different points and churches, including the Sanctuary of Guadalupe, Santa Catalina, San Sebastián, the sixth avenue of Zone 1 and the Jocotenango Park.
The procession left the collection, located in zone 1. during the courtship, Several attendees toured the streets to witness the passage of the image while taking photographs. This procession was attended by people of all ages, many of them accompanied by their families.
In previous days, it had been reported that 56 shifts were delivered for this processional courtship and that an estimated 70 loaders would participate in each.
In addition to the procession, funeral marches were interpreted and other activities organized within the courtship were performed.
“This day there was a lot of influx of invited brotherhoods, as well as devotees loaders who carry on their shoulders the image of Jesus Nazareno del Consuelo in his traditional procession of velation and in commemoration of the anniversary of his consecration. The orna Parish of the Santa Cruz.
The organization was in charge of the Brotherhood of the consecrated image of Jesús Nazareno del Consuelo and the Association of Crusaders of the Holy Sepulcher.
Procession of Jesus Nazareno de la Salvación
This procession was carried out in Antigua Guatemala from early hours. The devotees accompanied the courtship, which toured the streets in an atmosphere of religious fervor. During the tour, attendees captured the moment with photographs and videos.
One more time, The cobbled streets dressed in colors with the traditional carpets of sawdust and flowers, prepared by families and religious groups such as offering. Along the way, funeral marches were heard by musical bands.
The organizers highlighted the large influx of people, including national and foreign tourists, who took the opportunity to learn more about this centenary tradition.
Mario González, of the Catholic Association Social Works of the Holy Brother Pedro, mentioned that, despite the intense heat of that day, Several Guatemalans and foreigners observed the passage of the processional courtship of the consecrated image of Jesus Nazareno de la Salvación and the Blessed Virgin Mary.
González added that this is part of the environment of Lent, since there was also food in the streets, and the purple color decorated doors and windows, marking the beginning of the Lenten season.
The procession was supported by local authorities to ensure the security and order of the journey. According to information from the Municipality of Antigua Guatemala, a carpet workshop was also held, as part of the events scheduled for this first Sunday of Lent.
Processional courtships of March 8, 2025
One of the processions carried out on Saturday, March 8 was that of Jesus of Miracles, An exclusive courtship for Ladies Loader. This procession was organized by the Archdiocesan Sanctuary of Mr. San José.
During the tour, many mothers were accompanied by their children, reflecting devotion to faces full of hope and gratitude.
Other processions carried out that day were the journey of Jesús Nazareno Redeemer of the world, which left the capital 3 zone; The children’s procession and the replicas of Jesús Nazareno Just Judge and Our Lady of Dolores, all in an environment of religious fervor.