Stories from Fátima · Portugal

Rosa and her companions have already walked 60 kilometers from Joane, Famalicão, as part of a pilgrimage. Their plan is to reach Fátima in a few days. One pilgrim expressed belief that faith could shorten their journey.

A device has been activated in preparation for a pilgrimage scheduled for May 12 and 13.

The GNR (National Republican Guard) has issued a public safety advisory for the upcoming May 13th event in Fátima. The advisory urges caution for both drivers and pedestrians traveling towards Fátima as the date approaches.

Virgilio Antunes, the new president of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference, stated that the Catholic Church should not be used for political causes. He argued that society must forge its own path and that using faith for political support is neither fair nor. Antunes also expressed hope for a potential visit by Pope Leo XIV to Fátima in 2027, though this remains unconfirmed.