Apparitiones Marianae
Our Lady of Fátima
- Category
- Marian apparitions
- When
- 1917
- Where
- Fátima, Portugal
- Feast
- May 13
- In the Church
- Approved apparition
Summary
Mary appears to three shepherd children, urging prayer, especially the Rosary, and penance.
What Happened
On the 13th of six months, the children see the Lady brighter than the sun. The 'Miracle of the Sun' is witnessed by thousands on 13 October 1917. Messages call for consecration to the Immaculate Heart and reparation for sin.
Why It Matters
Deepened worldwide practice of the Rosary and Marian consecration in the 20th century.