The Holy See has released a note, “The Queen of Peace,” addressing the devotion to Our Lady of Medjugorje. While the apparitions have sparked debate since their first occurrence in 1981, the Vatican’s focus has shifted towards the transformative impact of pilgrimages. Many who visit Medjugorje, even skeptics, experience deep conversion, returning to the faith with renewed purpose. Pope Francis has emphasized the importance of these spiritual fruits, stating that the focus should not be on the authenticity of the apparitions but on the grace of God at work in people’s lives.
