Hi everyone,
Today is Our Lady of Aparecida Day - Patroness of Brazil (Nossa Senhora Aparecida - Padroeira do Brasil), which is celebrated on October 12th.
- This holiday is in honor of the Patroness of Brazil, Our Lady of Aparecida, who is a representation of the Virgin Mary.
- The story dates back to 1717 when three fishermen found a small statue of the Virgin Mary in their nets, which then became associated with numerous miracles.
- It is a national holiday in Brazil and is marked by religious celebrations and festivals.
Please note that our offices based in Brazil will be closed in observance of this holiday.
Thank you,
People Team
Hey everyone,
Today is Our Lady of Aparecida - Patroness of Brazil (Nossa Senhora Aparecida - Padroeira do Brasil). This holiday is celebrated every year on October 12th. 🇧🇷🎉
Here are some fun and interesting facts about this holiday:
- It's a day to honor the patroness of Brazil, Our Lady of Aparecida, who is a representation of the Virgin Mary.
- The holiday originated from a story in 1717, when three fishermen found a statue of the Virgin Mary in their nets after praying for a good catch.
- The statue they found is now housed in the Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida, the second largest Catholic church in the world.
Please note that our offices in Brazil will be out of office in observance of this holiday. 🏢
Thank you,
People Team
Hi all,
We would like to inform you about the holiday, Our Lady of Aparecida - Patroness of Brazil (Nossa Senhora Aparecida - Padroeira do Brasil), celebrated on October 12th.
- This holiday commemorates the finding of a small clay statue of the Virgin Mary in the Paraíba River in 1717.
- It's the most important religious holiday in Brazil.
- Celebrations include masses, processions, and pilgrimages to the Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida.
Please note, offices in Brazil will be closed in observance of this holiday.
People Team
Hi everyone,
We are writing to remind you of the upcoming holiday, Our Lady of Aparecida - Patroness of Brazil (Nossa Senhora Aparecida - Padroeira do Brasil), which will be observed on October 12th.
Please note that our offices located in countries that observe this holiday will be closed. This includes Brazil, where this day is a national holiday. We kindly ask you to plan your work and communication accordingly.
We wish those who will be observing this holiday a peaceful and joyful day.
Thank you,
People Team
How to observe Our Lady of Aparecida at work
Our Lady of Aparecida - Patroness of Brazil (Nossa Senhora Aparecida - Padroeira do Brasil) is a national holiday celebrated on October 12th in Brazil. This day is dedicated to the patroness of Brazil, Our Lady of Aparecida, and is observed with a public holiday in Brazil only.
Recognizing and celebrating diverse holidays like Our Lady of Aparecida is crucial in global teams as it fosters inclusivity and respect for different cultures. It also enhances team cohesion and understanding, promoting a more harmonious and productive work environment.
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