The following are photos taken during visits to Espinazo that are not during the Fiestas or other celebrations. Before the crew takes off, they always visit Panita for a final blessing before taking the road back to Texas.
Dr. Antonio Zavaleta, Dr. Phillip Kendall, Rachel Barrera and Jose Duarte attended the October Fiesta in Espinazo, Nuevo León from Friday, Oct. 17th through Saturday, Oct. 18th. The October Fiesta took place on the Wednesday, October 15th until Sunday, 19th…
Now legends and songs honor him and thousands flock to his hometown. by Icess Fernandez Caller-Times, October 23, 2004 He's known for performing successful surgery with pieces of broken glass and healing the masses by throwing candy and fruit into the…
Additionally, there is an article in the online Houston Chronicle by Dudley Althaus entitled, "Desperate yet faithful, thousands seek cures Mexican healers offer hope to sick." (Due to circumstances beyond our control this article is no longer available. You may visit the…
The March Fiestas of El Niño Fidencio was celebrated on the 17th, 18th, and 19th of 2000. On the 19th, the Fiesta took advantage of and celebrated the day of the Saint of El Niño Fidencio, the "Day of San…
"Fidencistas" is the name given to believers and faithful followers of El Niño Fidencio. The name "Fidencista" comes from the full name of El Niño: Jose Fidencio Sintora Constantino. The Fidencistas visit the village of Espinazo, Nuevo León, a desert…
From the darkness of a small room Alberto Salinas, Jr. closes his eyes, holds a cross with his right hand and mutters: "Our Father who is in heaven ...". The flames of the candles tremble and bathe in light the…
Pilgrims look for cures and answers to life's problems. by Icess Fernandez Caller-Times , October 24, 2004 ESPINAZO, Mexico A man came into Fira Salas' room on Saturday with questions. She was prepared to answer. "I know why you came," Salas…
The town of Espinazo, Nuevo Leon has changed over the years much like the Fidencista Movement. More recently, Espinazo has traversed the boundaries of Nuevo León and has crossed the U.S. - México Border. The life, time, and places of…
