Santuário da Saúde e da Paz - Igreja Padre Eustáquio

About Santuário da Saúde e da Paz - Igreja Padre Eustáquio

Santuário da Saúde e da Paz - Igreja Padre Eustáquio is a sanctuary located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, dedicated to Blessed Padre Eustáquio van Lieshout, SS.CC. The sanctuary serves as a center for spiritual devotion and houses the Museum Padre Eustáquio, a memorial dedicated to the blessed priest, and the Sanctuary itself. The church is known for its motto 'Saúde e Paz' (Health and Peace), reflecting Padre Eustáquio's dedication to spiritual and human care. The sanctuary attracts pilgrims from various regions including cities in the Triângulo Mineiro area such as Araxá, Uberaba, Uberlândia, Araguari, and Nova Ponte. The site features religious activities including the canonization cause of Blessed Padre Eustáquio, a reading incentive project through the museum, and social action programs such as the Bazar da Ação Social that supports local daycare centers.