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Jan 1, 1493
The Spanish Franciscans
In 1493, Christopher Columbus sailed a second time to the Americas. Twelve Spanish Fransicans journeyed with him, and they started missions in Cuba, Puerto Rico, Florida, Mexico, and Texas. -
Saint Juan Diego of Mexico
Countless Native Americans were introduced to to Jesus and his teachings. Saint Juan Diego of Mexico had a vision of Our Lady in 1531. In his vision, Mary appeared to Juan dressed in native clothes and spoke to Juan in his native language. Mary told Juan to ask the bishop if he could build a shrine in her honor. When Juan delivered Her message to the bishop, he asked for a sign. Juan followed Mary's directions and picked roses in the middle of Demember and let them spill out before the bishop.