To commemorate the anniversary of the declaration of the temple of the Brotherhood of the Macarena as the Minor Basilica of the Macarena, Candidate of the Big Brother, Fernando Fernández Cabezuelo announced an ambitious project focused on the preservation, improvement and enhancement of an archaeological site. … A space that most symbolizes Seville’s dedication.
plan As part of the 60th anniversary commemoration of the temple, It was celebrated on October 7, 1965, the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, and was declared a minor basilica by Pope Paul VI’s brief papacy on November 12, 1966.
This event made the Macarena the first temple in Seville to receive such a high reputation, fulfilling an aspiration that had been held by the Brotherhood since 1910. Provide Our Lady with a “home” that gathers the love and devotion of the entire nation.
Inspired by the words of the architect Aurelio Gómez Milan, the author of the original project: “Give the great Virgin a shrine that will unite the fervor, faith, and enthusiasm of those who look to her, even if they do not deserve her.” Fernández Cabezuelo proposes a series of actions aimed at securing the future of the Cathedral with a respectful and sustainable vision, preserving and strengthening the heritage it has received.
The main course of action is as follows.
・Save holderreviewed and updated the fire extinguishing system in the changing rooms to ensure maximum protection of the images.
–Technical report on the structural condition of the cathedral and its roofensuring the preservation of assets kept in the temple.
-Recovery of historic lamps It was demolished during the 1992 World’s Fair and its original grandeur and magnificent interior was restored.
– Artistic lighting improvements, Optimize efficiency, enhance architecture, and encourage both worship and visitation.
–The artistic culmination of the sacramental chapelwith a comprehensive project that completes its aesthetic and devotional composition.
–Report and possible restoration of the Virgin of Guadalupe canvas (Joseph Mota, 1709), a symbol of the sisterhood with Tepeyac Cathedral in Mexico.
–Technical Report and Restoration of Salvation Christ, A work by Luis Ortega Blue.
In the candidate’s own words:The proposed action is in response to the firm commitment of all Macareno residents to the preservation and future of our cathedral. “We want to ensure that this temple, the heart and symbol of Seville, remains a reference point for faith, art and hope.”
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