Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Simala Shrine: Miraculous and Majestic (Cebu)


People from all walks of life come out in droves to Simala Shrine in Lindogon, Sibonga, not just to pray for divine intervention, give thanks for their blessings, or revisit their faith but to see what is clearly an architectural wonder in Cebu south. It is built on the side of a hill with a design reminiscent of European cathedrals. The shrine, even though evidently under construction when I went there last May this year, is magnificence for the eye -- just a perfect house for the Miraculous Mother Mary of Simala which is run by the Marian monks.

As you queue up to see the statue of the Miraculous, you get to read all over the bulletins overwhelming testimonials from people who have been cured or miraculously survived serious illnesses and those who have successfully hurdled (dreaded) national licensure examinations. Some of them left their crutches, wheelchairs, and school nameplates. They are beyond grateful for having been given a second chance at life or for all the guidance leading to their victory. I was told, out of gratitude, many have donated generous amounts to the shrine. That in itself speaks volumes about strong faith.

12 comments:

  1. Wow! Somehow the pictures are telling me that I am not in Cebu. These are just too beautiful.

    :)

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  2. @Cindy: You're in good company, that's what I felt when I first saw the Shrine. :) Thanks Cindy!

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  3. I have seen the pictures in internet and how I wish to visit the place. Hope to see this beautiful shrine of Mama Mary

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  4. @Anonymous: It'll be a good way to 'reconnect'. Thanks for visiting. :)

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  5. Such a beautiful and blessed place it is....

    The day before my wife's board exam, she spent the day there in prayer. She had tried 3 times prior to pass it but this time she was able :) Thank you Lord

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  6. i love you mama mary.. ill visit you soon, mama thank you so much sa tanan grasya nga imo gihatag nko ug sa akong pamilya. salamat kaau mama na healthy akong mga anak ug akong girlfrind na si ross we love you mama.. mo duaw mi ni ross nmu pohon ig uli namu mama

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  7. I felt like crying seeing the pictures... hope to visit there one day! love you always Mama Mary.

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  8. i love u mama mary. thank you sa grasya nga ahong nadawat and for the good health ,, hopefully you grant my wish

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  9. Wow! love to visit here nxt yr.

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  10. anyone have an idea when it was built?

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