Tag: Pilgrimage
Spirits soar as Sydney pilgrims prepare for World Youth Day
Overshadowed by the power of the Holy Spirit, Our Lady arose from the comfort of her home and “went with haste” (Lk 1:39) to her cousin in joyful anticipation of what God had in store.
Bishop Richard Umbers: Let’s bring back processions
Earlier this year, Dr Tom Elich, editor of Liturgy News, asked how we might rehabilitate the tradition of processions in the life of the church in Australia. This followed upon his observation that we readily take to the streets to make a point, singing and marching with placards and banners.
Anthony Cleary: Pilgrimage is a journey of discovery
In recent weeks, Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP has led a group of Catholic school leaders on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land and Italy. Social media posts have pointed to the significance of the experience, with many describing it as life-changing.
Mary MacKillop Place prepares for summer pilgrims
Visitors from across Australia and indeed from overseas as well are expected to make a pilgrimage over the summer months to Mary MacKillop Place...
Bishop saw treasure in the hard ground of migrants
Bishop John Baptist Scaalabrini to be canonised
A still-little-known Italian bishop who pioneered the Church’s outreach to migrants and refugees will be canonised on 9...
When the journey home completes the circle
I’m heading overseas next week. This will be my first visit to family and native land for some time, and a chance too to...
True joy comes from doing God’s will, pope tells young people
Give the Lord 'everything' Pope Francis urged pilgrims.
New Rosary Pilgrimage of Hope during COVID-19
Bring your family - or pray along with us online via the Life Marriage Family Facebook page
A Camino just for Sydney
Brent Clark had planned the perfect marriage proposal to his love Giselle Oscuro this year on the steps of Spain’s St James de Compostela...
March for Life pilgrim blog: The beating heart of Mexico’s culture
A group of young Sydney pilgrims led by Bishop Richard Umbers are travelling to Mexico and the US for a 15-day pilgrimage culminating in...
Striding with the saints
For many teachers the school holidays are a chance to unwind and relax but for James Robinson it is a time to embark on...
Pope lifts Medjugorje pilgrimage ban
Church-run pilgrimages are ok, but the alleged apparitions have not been approved, said pope.