Second Annual Walking Pilgrimage a Beautiful Witness
On September 24th, we held the Second Annual Walking Pilgrimage to celebrate the 67th anniversary of the start of the devotion to Our Lady, the Immaculate Virgin, Patroness of America. The Lord granted us gorgeous weather for that Sunday afternoon, and we could not have asked for more.
We had many families, the young and the old, the sick and the healthy, who came to join their intentions and prayers together. The processional statue of Our Lady of America led Pilgrims. Over 150 pilgrims joined us throughout the day. Many began at 1 p.m. and walked the full 7 miles along the Fishing Line Trail. Four more groups joined at varying starting points along the trail throughout the afternoon. Others kept vigil at the Oratory, joining in prayer and enjoying the beautiful campus at the dawn of Fall. When pilgrims returned, they filled the Oratory with prayer and song as they adored the Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. Following Benediction, each pilgrim was given a flower to leave before the image of Our Lady of America.
Once the walk and prayer were concluded, everyone could rest and enjoy fellowship. Thanks to The Orchid Events and Catering, we were all blessed with the most delicious taco bar, which was a big hit after working up appetites on the trail.
We want to thank everyone for their tremendous efforts to make this day possible, especially Father J Steele’s team, the local sheriff’s department, the West Noble School District bus drivers, and the many pilgrims who joined us from far and near. We are already anticipating next year’s walk, the witness it brings, and the joy it gives to Our Lord and Our Lady.
