A wave of tranquility washes over you as you stand before the Santuario Católico Eucarístico Francisca de las Llagas-Cununyacu. This isn’t just a church it’s a sanctuary a place steeped in history and devotion.
The Santuario Católico Eucarístico Francisca de las Llagas-Cununyacu was consecrated on June 8 2013. Monseñor René Coba presided over the blessing. Many priests sisters and community members attended. The celebration was filled with faith devotion and gratitude.
This sacred space is more than bricks and mortar. It’s a house of God. It welcomes those who love the Blessed Sacrament. Simple residents and pilgrims alike come here. They come to praise the Blessed Sacrament and visit the tomb of Mother María Francisca de las Llagas. This remarkable woman is venerated for her deep devotion to the Eucharist. Her fervent prayers and unwavering faith are what built this place.
The Santuario emphasizes the importance of prayer particularly Eucharistic adoration. Mother Francisca’s deep connection to the Eucharist is evident in this space. She considered the presence of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament the most privileged place for prayer.
Mother Francisca’s life was dedicated to prayer. She established daily adoration especially on Thursdays and Sundays. This practice continues today in the communities of the Institute. Her ardent desire was for complete self-giving to Jesus mirroring his sacrifice. Her words remain poignant “The ardent desires of your Francisca are that they may pass burning in flames of self-sacrificing love that they may be lost and consumed at the feet of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.”
The Santuario not only serves as a place of worship. It also houses the remains of Mother Francisca de las Llagas. On May 2 2015 her exhumed remains were placed in a new sepulchre inside the sanctuary. This makes the Santuario a pilgrimage site for those seeking spiritual connection and reverence. A museum dedicated to her life and work adds another layer to the site.
As you leave the Santuario you carry with you a sense of peace and inspiration. The Santuario Católico Eucarístico Francisca de las Llagas-Cununyacu is more than a building. It is a testament to faith devotion and the enduring legacy of a remarkable woman. It’s a place of spiritual renewal a beacon of hope a silent witness to centuries of unwavering belief.