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The curious ritual of the imposition of the hat during the May pilgrimage to the hermitage of Saint Torcato in Cabeça Gorda (Cabaços), intended to cure headaches, which includes a print of the Saint in blue ink.
“These are very expensive works due to the location where the building is situated,” said Manuel Linda, who appealed for the “contribution of all Christians in the Diocese of Porto.” The works could cost 16 million euros.
In addition to Father Baldomero, Aquilino also evokes Father Francisco Pinto Ferreira, Chaplain of the Lapa Sanctuary and Director of the Lapa College, which the writer attended.
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In a press release, the diocese says the religious building saw its roof and bell tower collapse, marking a particularly painful episode for the local community.
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