Cultural References
Father Matthew: Manuel, you say you're home is near Encenada?
Encenada is a bustling seaport a few hours from the California-Mexico border and is known for its deep sea fishing and its seaside promenade.
Manuel: Please, senor! Please don't send me back! Please! I must get to Mission San Luis Rey!
Mission San Luis Rey is located at Oceanside, California. The mission was founded in June 1798 by Fr. Fermin de Lasuen and is operated today by the Franciscan Friars of California.
Photo below: The Mission San Luis Rey in Oceanside, California.
Manuel: Senor, have you ever heard of the Blessing of the Animals?
The Blessing of the Animals is a rite of the church observed on October 4, the Feast of St. Francis.