On the first Saturday of October, the National Pilgrim Virgin Statue (NPVS ) of Our Lady of Fàtima
and the Relics of Saints Francisco and Jacinta Marto visited the Cathedral of St John the Evangelist in Portsmouth.

Bishop Philip Egan welcomed, crowned, and blessed the statue, relics, and the Centenary Icon of the Pontevedra apparition during Mass, attended by about 200 faithful from across the diocese. In his homily, Bishop Philip emphasized the Immaculate Heart of Mary and her call for conversion and reparation.

He also led a 15-minute meditation and the recitation of the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary. Canon James McAuley, Cathedral Dean and Vicar General, guided the veneration of the relics and welcomed the congregation. Fr Ryan Browne, the cathedral curate, presided over the enrollment and investiture of brown scapulars. May Our Lady's Immaculate Heart be your refuge and guide you to God.