a Pilgrimage Chaplain
May 14, 2024
Belgium, France, Spain & Portugal
Mary is the mother who patiently and tenderly leads us to God, so that He may untie the knots in our soul.
~ Pope Francis
Embark on a journey of faith to the famous apparitions sites of the Blessed Mother. Visit and pray at the magnificent churches built in her honor. Join a 16-day Pilgrimage to the Great Marian Shrines of Europe (Belgium, France, Spain, and Portugal) with a Pilgrimage Chaplain on May 14-29, 2024.
Your pilgrimage begins with a Mass at the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula in Brussels, Belgium. Also known as the Brussels Cathedral, this medieval Sanctuary is one of the finest examples of Brabantine Gothic architecture. It is recognized as one of the most important monuments in the city. Enjoy a full day guided tour of the city which includes a visit to the Grand Place, the central square of Brussels and one of the most beautiful squares in Europe.
Head off to Banneaux in Belgium to visit the Shrine of the Virgin of the Poor. Here, the Blessed Mother appeared eight times to a young girl, Marietta Beco. A chapel was built in her honor where a sacred spring exists, that has brought healing to numerous pilgrims. Next stop is Beauraing to celebrate Mass at the Shrine of Our Lady of Beauraing, where Our Lady is also known as the Virgin with the Golden Heart. At this place, Our Lady appeared 33 times to five children to whom she promised conversion of sinners.
Journey on to the romantic city of Paris, France. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, which includes a visit and Mass at the Church of the Miraculous Medal. From Paris, travel down south to Nevers and visit the St. Gildard Convent where the incorrupt body of St. Bernadette Soubirous lies. Travel onwards to Paray Le Monial, home town of the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Leave for Ars to visit the Basilica of Ars where you will find the reliquary containing the body of St. Jean Marie Vianney, patron saint of priests.
Next stop is a visit to the breathtakingly beautiful Sanctuary of Notre Dame of La Salette, an apparition site of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The message of La Salette focuses on the conversion of all humanity to Christ through daily prayer and frequent reception of the sacraments of penance and the Eucharist.
En route to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, stop by the Shrine of Our Lady of Laus, one of the five places of Marian apparitions in France officially recognized by the Catholic Church. Mary revealed herself in Laus as the Reconciler and Refuge of Sinners.
Arrive in Lourdes to catch the evening Rosary and Candlelight procession at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. In 1858, Bernadette Soubirous reported visions of Our Lady. She identified herself as the Immaculate Conception and asked that a chapel be built there. Spend time in quiet reflection at the Grotto of Massabielle, the Blessed Virgin’s apparition site. Make sure to find time to bathe in the Baths where numerous healings were reported and confirmed by the Catholic Church.
Continue your pilgrimage to Torreciudad in Spain, which houses an image of the Blessed Mother under the title of Our Lady of Torreciudad. Devotion to Our Lady of Torreciudad dates back to the eleventh century. A new shrine was built under the direction of St. Josemaria Escriva, founder of Opus Dei, which was inaugurated on July 7, 1975. Still in Spain, travel to Burgos to celebrate Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Mary of Burgos, also known as Burgos Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Gothic architecture.
Cap off your pilgrimage in Fatima, Portugal, and spend two nights at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima. Here, Our Lady appeared to three shepherd children — Lucia, and her cousins Francisco and Jacinta – between May and October 1917. Celebrate Mass at the Chapel of Apparitions, an open-air chapel built on the site of the appearances.
Who is closer to the Son than His Mother? Heed Our Blessed Mother’s call to an experience with God. Join a 16-day Pilgrimage to the Great Marian Shrines of Europe (Belgium, France, Spain, and Portugal) with a Pilgrimage Chaplain on May 14-29, 2024. Be inspired and spiritually uplifted as you dwell in the places where the Blessed Mother has appeared and where the great Saints have lived.
with a Pilgrimage Chaplain
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2) Full payment in U.S. dollars is required before ticketing but in no case shall it be later than one month before departure date.
3) The following cancellation charges will apply:
> 45 days before departure date – US$ 500.00
> 30 days before departure date – 50% of the Tour Cost
> 20 days prior to departure date – Full tour cost will be forfeited.
> US$300.00 Admin Fee for any visa denial
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