Pilgrimage
Pilgrimage has been part of the Christian tradition for centuries.
A pilgrimage is a spiritual journey to a sacred place. The journey can be near or far — as close as a neighbouring church or as distant as halfway around the world. It can be a day-trip, a 10- to 14-day excursion or any other duration.
Why go on a pilgrimage?
There are a number of good spiritual reasons to make a pilgrimage. For many it is like a retreat, a time away from home and the regular routine to concentrate on the spiritual life without distractions — a time for prayer and meditation, learning and enrichment.
For others, it is a time of intercession, an opportunity to pray for a special intention or an occasion to offer thanksgiving for blessings received. Centuries ago, a pilgrimage was commonly assigned as a penance to make satisfaction for sins committed.
A pilgrimage is a spiritual journey to a sacred place. The journey can be near or far — as close as a neighbouring church or as distant as halfway around the world. It can be a day-trip, a 10- to 14-day excursion or any other duration.
Why go on a pilgrimage?
There are a number of good spiritual reasons to make a pilgrimage. For many it is like a retreat, a time away from home and the regular routine to concentrate on the spiritual life without distractions — a time for prayer and meditation, learning and enrichment.
For others, it is a time of intercession, an opportunity to pray for a special intention or an occasion to offer thanksgiving for blessings received. Centuries ago, a pilgrimage was commonly assigned as a penance to make satisfaction for sins committed.
If you have any questions, please contact
Danielle Gonsalves
GTA Catholic Event Organizer
at 647-909-3499 or [email protected].
Danielle Gonsalves
GTA Catholic Event Organizer
at 647-909-3499 or [email protected].
