The Cross Used in the first mass held in Brazil, in 1500 20 cities of the country are traveling. The initiative is part of the “Brazil with Faith Movement”, which aims to celebrate the 525 years of the event and promote religious freedom and interreligious respect. The coming of the historical object represents an opportunity for Brazilians to connect with the roots of the Christian faith in the country.
The cross, considered an important historical and religious relic, will be exposed in each city for a given period, allowing faithful and the general public to have access to this symbol. The pilgrimage of the cross seeks to reinforce the historical and spiritual importance of the event for Brazilian culture.
In addition to the exhibition of the cross, the “Brazil with Faith Movement” promotes religious and civic events, such as masses, solemnities and launch of a commemorative seal. The movement defends freedom of belief and worship, religious tolerance and respect for diversity.
THE P Mass Rimeira do Brasil held on April 26, 1500 in Coroa Vermelha Beach, in Santa Cruz Cabrália, Bahiamarked a crucial moment in the history of the country. Chaired by Friar Henrique de Coimbrathe Mass represented the encounter between different cultures and beliefs.
Node Jubilee Yearthe pilgrimage of cross seeks to promote dialogue and cooperation between institutions. THE cross will travel about 20 cities during the event “Brazil with Faith ”.
National symbol of Christian feelings
THE Archdiocesan Sanctuary Christ the Redeemer the first open -air sanctuary of the world, represents the Christian feelings of Brazil. Besides being a tourist spot, it is a place of celebrations and actions to promote the Religious tourism . Node Saint year the sanctuary is Jubilee Church pilgrim meeting place. Several celebrations will be held at the Sanctuary during the Jubilee Year of 2025.
THE Redemptor Institute non -profit and nonpartisan, promotes social, cultural and tourist impact actions, focusing on sustainability. Its activities aim to foster the exchange of experiences, strengthen religious tourism and contribute to the development of Brazil.
THE cross Peregrina left Braga and Fatima, Portugal, on April 12, passing through several Portuguese and Brazilian cities. The pilgrimage will culminate in Santa Cruz Cabrália, Bahia on April 26, at the celebration of the 525 years of the First Mass in Brazil .
Programming of the pilgrimage of the original cross of the first mass in Brazil:
- April 12: Departure from Braga and Fátima, Portugal
- April 13: Cascais and Almada, Portugal
- April 14: Lisbon, Portugal
- April 15: Arrival in Brazil – São Paulo – SP, Brazil
- April 16: Cachoeira Paulista, Aparecida and Guaratinguetá – SP, Brazil
- April 17: Rio de Janeiro – RJ, Brazil
- April 18: Porto Alegre – RS, Brazil
- April 19: Maricá and Rio de Janeiro – RJ, Brazil
- April 20: Rio de Janeiro – RJ, Brazil
- April 21: Brasilia – DF, Brazil
- April 22: Brasilia – DF, Brazil
- April 23: Brasilia and Belém – DF and PA, Brazil
- April 24: Belém – PA, Brazil
- April 25: Salvador – BA, Brazil
- April 26: Porto Seguro and Santa Cruz Cabrália – BA, Brazil (culminating with the celebration of the 525 years of the first mass in the country)
- April 27: Return to Braga, Portugal
This content was originally published in Cruz da First Mass in Brazil: see where to visit on CNN Brazil.
Source: CNN Brasil

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