Santuario de la Medalla Milagrosa y San Agustín, Montevideo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Santuario de la Medalla Milagrosa y San Agustín |
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| Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Parish church |
| Year consecrated | 1930 |
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| Location | Domingo Ereño 2465 Montevideo,  Uruguay |
The Sanctuary of the Miraculous Medal and Saint Augustine (also known as Santuario de la Medalla Milagrosa y San Agustín in Spanish) is a special Roman Catholic church in Montevideo, Uruguay. People often call it Iglesia de la Unión because it's located in the La Unión neighborhood. It's a parish church, which means it's a main church for a local community.
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A Look Back: The Church's Story
How the Church Started
The church community, called a parish, began a long time ago on October 12, 1849. This was during a time of conflict in Uruguay known as the Guerra Grande.
Building the Sanctuary
In 1896, a bishop named Mariano Soler blessed the first stone for the church building. However, building the church took many years, even decades! It was finally finished and officially opened in 1930. Since then, it has been a very important and well-known building in the neighborhood.
Special Dedications and Recognition
The church is looked after by a group called the Congregation of the Mission. It is dedicated to two important figures: Saint Augustine and the Virgin Mary of the Miraculous Medal. A leader named Cardinal Antonio Barbieri played a big part in this dedication. Because of its special dedication, the sanctuary is now a place where people go on a spiritual journey, called a pilgrimage. In 1975, the church was recognized as a National Monument, meaning it's a very important historical building for the country.
Music at the Church
The Montevideo Philharmonic Orchestra sometimes holds concerts inside the church. This makes the church a place for both spiritual events and beautiful music.
Other Churches with the Same Name
There is another church in Uruguay that is also dedicated to the Miraculous Medal:
- Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish Church in San Isidro, which is close to Las Piedras.
See also
In Spanish: Santuario de la Medalla Milagrosa y San Agustín para niños
