LA COFRADIA DE LA CONQUISTADORA

Nuestra Señora la Conquistadora Our Lady of Peace

he Cofradia del Rosario is a confraternity which was founded in Spain during the 1650's and had adopted Our Lady as their patroness. The earliest known document relating to a confraternity associated with La Conquistadora dates to 1685. The constitution of the confraternity states that the purpose of the organization shall be to promote devotion to the Mother of God, under the title of La Conquistadora - Our Lady of Peace, and to perform the upkeep and maintenance of both her chapels at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi and the Rosario Chapel.



The officers have the responsibility to protect, preserve and care for the images of La Conquistadora and La Peregrina, as well as their wardrobe, jewels and gifts. They also make all the necessary preparations for the annual La Conquistadora processions, novena Masses and special events. The membership works to keep and preserve the traditions handed down to us by our ancestors. The Cofradia strives to preserve these traditions so that future generations will continue to rejoice in the love and blessings of Our Lady under her title of La Conquistadora, Our Lady of Peace.

How to join La Cofradia de La Conquistadora 

Membership is open to any person who has a devotion to the Mother of God and sho wants to participate actively in the unique devotion of Santa Fe and New Mexico under the historic and sacred title of "Our Lady of the Rosary, La Conquistadora." Anyone may join by inscribing their name at St. Francis Cathedral Office, through the Cofradia officers or by writing to:


La Cofradia de la Conquistadora
Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
PO Box 2127
Santa Fe, NM 87504-2127

Membership fee and annual dues are minimal. Additional offerings of devotion may be made at any time. Membership entitles confrade to participate in all Cofradia intention Masses celebrated year-round on all the important Marian and other significant feast days throughout the year, as well as the double set of novena Masses annually. Dues help defray expenses of candles and flowers at the Capilla de La Conquistadora in the Cathedral, year round and also are used for upkeep, maintenance and restorations at the Rosario Chapel where the majority of the Novena Masses are held. Members are also included in the intentions of pilgrimage services and Masses at Our Lady's altar. A membership card will be sent as a reminder of your participation

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