Sanctuary of Tablones

August 3, 2022
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This is the beautiful sanctuary of the Church of Señor de Esquipulas in the Alubarén community of Tablones.

This community is noted for its excellent organization, leadership, and devotion to the Faith.

Señor de Esquipulas, sometimes called the Black Christ of Esquipulas, is a blacked figure of Jesus on the cross.  Pious legend holds that the figure was found in a cave and found to have healing power.  Many historians believe the figure was carved by a Portuguese artist in 1594.  Currently, the figure is in the Basilica of Esquipulas in Esquipulas, Guatemala.

The feast day of the Black Christ of Esquipulas is January 15.