Our Lady of the Cloud procession – Chicago Tribune

Members of the Ecuadorian community in Albany Park held a procession for the Virgin Mary in celebration of the feast of Nuestra Señora Virgen de la Nube, a significant religious and cultural event for immigrants, featuring traditional music, dancing, and food. The procession took place after Mass at Our Lady of Mercy on New Year’s Day, with parishioners carrying a figure of Our Lady of the Cloud through the neighborhood, culminating in a celebration that included prayers, communion, and music. This annual event allows immigrants to share their faith and traditions while honoring the Virgin Mary in a special way.

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