Originally published at Churchpop

A debutante party in Paraty, Brazil drew a lot of attention on social media for a detail that went far beyond the decor or the dress.

Maria Flor chose to dedicate the celebration of her 15th birthday to her devotion to Our Lady of Aparecida.

The shades of blue, present throughout the decoration, were chosen as a tribute to the patroness of Brazil. But the moment that moved guests the most came right after the debutante’s entrance.

During the ceremony, her mother led the enthronement of an image of Our Lady of Aparecida as a way of giving thanks for the graces received throughout the family’s life.

According to event planner Júlia Vilma, who organized the celebration, every detail was designed to reflect what the family wanted to convey.

“Every decor doesn’t just tell a story. Some reveal a devotion.”

According to Júlia, every detail of the party was designed to express the teenager’s faith.

“The shades of blue that adorned Maria Flor’s 15th birthday were chosen to honor her faith and her love for Our Lady of Aparecida, patroness of Brazil.”

She also emphasized that the celebration sought to tell a story through the symbols present at the party.

“When every detail is thought out with

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