June 27th is the feast of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. We review the history of the miraculous icon which was stolen from Crete and brought to Rome where it was eventually given into the care of the Redemptorists and is venerated at the Church of St Alphonsus.
Every detail of this icon is filled with meaning -- from the eyes of each of the figures to the sandals on Jesus' feet.
Further, we consider how Pope Blessed Pius IX promoted devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
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