In a moment that has shaken Colombia to its core, people across the country are rallying behind Senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe Turbay.
Just days after surviving a harrowing assassination attempt, Uribe’s slow but steady signs of recovery are being described by some—including a top Church leader—as nothing short of miraculous.
Archbishop Reflects on a Potential Miracle
Cardinal Luis José Rueda, the Archbishop of Bogotá and the Primate of Colombia, has offered a message of hope as Uribe clings to life.
In an emotional interview with W Radio, the cardinal expressed gratitude for what he believes could be a divine sign.
“We could be looking at a miracle,” Cardinal Rueda said.
“We’re hoping for one. I praise and bless the Lord for these signs.”
He added that many Colombians, without asking for anything in return, are praying fervently for the senator’s recovery.
The Attack That Shook Bogotá
The tragedy unfolded on June 7 in the Colombian capital, where the 39-year-old senator—who is also a husband and father—was shot in the head by a 15-year-old boy.
The shocking attack sent Uribe to the Santa Fe Foundation hospital, where he remains under close observation.
Doctors have provided daily updates, and while his condition is still critical, there have been glimmers of improvement.
On June 11, physicians reported that Uribe showed neurological progress due to a reduction in brain swelling, a promising development considering the seriousness of the injury.
A March for Peace and Solidarity
In response to the violence, thousands of Colombians took to the streets on June 8, marching for peace and standing in solidarity with Uribe and his family.
The demonstrations weren’t just about political support—they reflected a nation’s desire to reject violence and advocate for unity.
Faith, Family, and the Power of Hope
Cardinal Rueda also spoke tenderly about the emotional toll on Uribe’s wife and son, emphasizing how their suffering is not unnoticed by God.
When someone suffers like Uribe’s family, Jesus draws near to them.
That is the miracle,” the cardinal said.
He reminded listeners that miracles are not always sudden or dramatic—they are often rooted in “hope and love that is close at hand.”
Mary’s Presence in Pain
The cardinal also turned to Mary, the mother of Jesus, as a symbol of enduring faith in times of sorrow.
He described her as a constant companion in human suffering—someone who walked beside Jesus at the cross and now walks with all people, believers and non-believers alike.
“She accompanies all the children of humanity,” he said, offering comfort not just to Uribe’s family but to a grieving nation as a whole.
A Nation United in Prayer
As Miguel Uribe remains under intensive care, one thing is clear: Colombia is united in prayer and hope.
From church pews to city streets, people are holding onto faith—not just in medicine or politics, but in the possibility that love and resilience can bring light even in the darkest of moments.