Vale do Paraíba religious production triples for upcoming feast

Factories in the Vale do Paraíba region are significantly increasing production of religious items to meet the high demand for the upcoming Feast of Our Lady of Aparecida. In Potim, a factory specializing in images of the patron saint has tripled its output to accommodate the surge in orders.

In Roseira, manufacturers of candles and hosts have also been intensifying production since July to supply pilgrims. The annual festivities at the National Sanctuary of Aparecida are scheduled to take place from October 3 to 12, featuring various religious ceremonies, including a Solemn Mass and a procession.