Religious events scheduled in Portugal and Ecuador

The Sanctuary of Fátima in Portugal is hosting a spirituality itinerary from November 6 to 8. The event focuses on the reparatory devotion of the first five Saturdays, inspired by the apparitions of Our Lady and the Child Jesus to Sister Lucía in 1925 and 1926. Led by Sanctuary Rector Father Carlos Cabecinhas and other pastoral leaders, the program includes theological reflection, prayer, and a guided visit to the “Refugio y Camino” exhibition.

In Ecuador, the ‘Padre Albino del Curto’ religious ecotourism walk will take place from November 11 to 14. The 40-kilometer pilgrimage connects the Azuay and Morona Santiago provinces, traversing protected areas such as the Río Negro-Sopladora and Tinajillas-Río Gualaceño National Parks. The route honors the Salesian priest who helped connect Sierra and Amazonian communities. Organized by community guides and ecological foundations, the event typically attracts around 200 pilgrims.