Cardinal Tagle leads pontifical coronation of Our Lady of Salvation in Albay

Cardinal Tagle led the pontifical coronation of Nuestra Señora de Salvación on October 28, 2026, in the Philippines.

This ceremony followed a papal decree from Pope Leo XIV, which recognized centuries of documented miracles and devotion to the patroness in the Bicol region. The event took place during a Jubilee Mass to mark the 75th anniversary of the Canonical Erection of the Diocese of Legazpi.

Residents of Albay have maintained a deep devotion to the Virgin Mary, whom they call Ina, for centuries. Many locals living near Mayon Volcano rely on her intercession for protection against natural disasters like eruptions and storms. The Diocese of Legazpi advised residents to balance this faith with practical safety measures and government advisories while the volcano shows signs of unrest.

The devotion began in 1770 when a local landowner and a sculptor used a miraculously preserved tree trunk to carve the sacred image. Over time, the image moved between communities and faced various challenges, including severe storms and raids. The Diocese of Legazpi officially declared the figure the Heavenly Patroness of Albay in 1975. Today, devotees also seek her help for personal trials, such as healing from chronic illnesses.