Pilgrimage to the Shrines of St. Kateri Tekakwitha and the North American Martyrs Planned for July 14
The Diocese of Norwich invites the faithful to join Bishop Reidy for a special one-day pilgrimage to two of New York’s most beloved Catholic shrines on Tuesday, July 14, the Feast of St. Kateri Tekakwitha.
Pilgrims will travel by deluxe motorcoach to the National Shrine of St. Kateri Tekakwitha in Fonda, New York, and the Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs in Auriesville, where they will have the opportunity to pray, attend Mass, explore the grounds, and learn more about the lives of St. Kateri and the North American Martyrs.
The cost of the pilgrimage is $80 per person and includes deluxe motorcoach transportation and lunch.
Pilgrimage Schedule:
6:45 a.m. – Depart Our Lady of Lourdes, Gales Ferry
7:00 a.m. – Depart St. Patrick Cathedral, Norwich
7:20 a.m. – Depart St. Andrew Church, Colchester
10:30 a.m. – Arrive at Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine, Auriesville
11:00 a.m. – Mass in the Coliseum
12:00 p.m. – Lunch and free time
1:00 p.m. – Ravine Walk, Museum, and Tour Grounds
2:00 p.m. – Depart for the National Shrine of St. Kateri Tekakwitha
3:30 p.m. – Visit Shrine, Chapel, Museum, and Gift Store
6:45 p.m. – Return to St. Andrew Church
7:10 p.m. – Return to St. Patrick Cathedral
7:30 p.m. – Return to Our Lady of Lourdes
Those wishing to participate should complete the registration form and submit payment to the Diocese of Norwich Pilgrimage Office.
For more information, contact the Pilgrimage Office at (860) 887-9294 or visit the shrines’ websites for additional details about these historic places of faith.
