Santoral today September 8: Our Lady of the Valley | The Catholic Information Agency

2023-09-08 02:00:00

By Central Editorial

September 8, 2023 / 01:08 AM

In many places, the Mother of God is celebrated on September 8 under the dedication of Our Lady of the Valley, patron saint of sailors and fishermen, as well as of the Venezuelan Navy.

Also in Eastern Venezuela she is recognized as a patron saint. She is venerated with special affection in the states of Nueva Esparta, Anzoátegui, Monagas, Sucre, Delta Amacuro and Bolívar. Likewise, she has devotees in Argentina, where she is known as the Black Virgin.

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