Events, & Pilgrimages

Pilgrimages

Pilgrimages are an excellent way to encounter God through sacrifice, prayer, and reflection. Often, a pilgrimage is made to a specific location and it includes walking long distances, frequent prayer, and spending time in silence. As you follow in the footsteps of thousands of other Catholics and Saints, you will have the opportunity to grow spiritually and draw closer to God.

El Camino de Santiago

Multiple Dates

The “El Camino de Santiago” or “Way of St. James” is a pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela where the relics of St. James the Greater rest. Catholics...

Pilgrimage For Restoration

Sep. 27th–29th

The Pilgrimage for Restoration is a 62 mile 3 day walk in New York to the Shrine of the North American Martyrs (Auriesville, NY). The Pilgrimage for Restoration is modeled...

Young Adult Pilgrimage to the Holy Land

May 23rd-Jun 4th

Travel to the holy land with other Young Catholics ages 18-35. Talks given by Jeff and Emily Cavins & Fr. Mike Schmitz. Young Adult – Daily Mass

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Italy, Vatican

Various Dates

Visit the Vatican City, the Vatican museum, Saint Peter’s Basilica, and other nearby basilica’s/churches. In addition, visit various Catholic sites in surrounding cities, such as Assisi, Siena, and Florence.

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Fatima

Sep. 9th-19th

Travel to Fatima where the Blessed Virgin appeared to the three peasant children. Then continue your pilgrimage to Avila and Lourdes. Fatima Pilgrimage Or

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Greece

Various Dates

The most common reason Catholics make a pilgrimage to Greece, is to walk in the footsteps of Saint Paul. Common destinations on this pilgrimage are: Ephesus, Thessaloniki, and Crete. Or

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Medjugorje

Various Dates

Travel to Medjugorje where Our Lady appeared to six teenagers on June 25, 1981. Or

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Ireland Pilgrimages

Various Dates

Ireland, the Land of Saints, make a great pilgrimage destination. Aside from its many churches, cathedrals, and monasteries, the Irish landscape makes for a scenic walk or drive to your...

The Holy Land

Various Dates

A popular destination for Catholic pilgrimages, the Holy Land offers an excellent opportunity to walk in the footsteps of Christ. Depending on your itinerary, you may have the chance to...

Pilgrimage For Restoration

Sep. 27th–29th

The Pilgrimage for Restoration is a 62 mile 3 day walk in New York to the Shrine of the North American Martyrs (Auriesville, NY). The Pilgrimage for Restoration is modeled...

El Camino de Santiago

Multiple Dates

The “El Camino de Santiago” or “Way of St. James” is a pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela where the relics of St. James the Greater rest. Catholics...

Chartres Pilgrimage

May 18th-20th

Since its completion in 1252 A.D., Catholics—priests, the laity, religious, kings, and saints—have been making pilgrimages to the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Chartres. In the 1980s, this medieval pilgrimage to...

Three Hearts Pilgrimage

Oct. 10th-12th

The Three Hearts Pilgrimage is a 35 mile walk in Oklahoma to the Benedictine monastery, Our Lady of Clear Creek Abbey. Each October, since 2020, thousands of Catholics make a 2...

Upcoming Events For Young Adults

Young Catholic Professionals Conference​​

Year-round Events

Young Catholic Professionals hosts conferences all across the United States. They focus on helping young Catholics grow in faith and advance in their professions. Attendees will have the opportunity to...

Seek by FOCUS​

Jan 1-5

A national conference for Catholic college students and young Catholic adults alike, the SEEK conference helps young Catholics develop a relationship with Christ through prayer, fellowship, and entertainment. Join thousands...

Walking With Purpose​

Bible Study for Women

Walking With Purpose​ offers a Catholic bible study for women, to help draw them closer to Christ. Walking With Purpose offers home bible studies, parish bible studies, and online bible...

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Steubenville Adult Conferences​

Year-round Conferences

Steubenville Conferences, an outreach of Franciscan University, hosts various conferences throughout the year. Conference topics include: the Saints, bible study, and much more. With such a wide range of topics,...