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20 Pilgrimage Sites Across the United States Worth Visiting

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While this list is by no means comprehensive, here are 20 popular pilgrimage sites spread across the United States.

Ave Maria Grotto and St. Bernard Abbey

Cullman, alabama.

Known throughout the world as “Jerusalem in Miniature,” Ave Maria Grotto is a beautifully landscaped, fouracre park designed to provide a natural setting for the 125 miniature reproductions of some of the most famous historic buildings and shrines in the world. The masterpieces of stone and concrete are the lifetime work of Brother Joseph Zoettl, a Benedictine monk of St. Bernard Abbey.

The grotto is located less than an hour from Birmingham and Huntsville, Alabama, two hours from Nashville and three from Atlanta. ( www.avemariagrotto.com )

Our Lady of San Juan del Valle

Our Lady of San Juan del Valle National Shrine

San juan, texas.

The Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle has drawn people from all over the world. Attracting more than one million visitors each year, it’s become one of Texas’ most popular attractions. The shrine abounds with diversity and recognizes and honors all faiths, paths and beliefs. Pilgrims, visitors and tourists are welcome to experience a spiritual journey in the Basilica grounds, with free tours available daily. Onsite hotel accommodations with 92 comfortable rooms provide convenient access. ( www.olsjbasilica.org )

California Mission Trail:

California Missions Trail

San diego to sonoma, california.

There are 21 missions making up the California Historic Missions Trail that stretches from San Diego to Sonoma. The first mission was built in 1769 and the last mission was built in 1823. Most are still active Catholic parishes and have regularly scheduled services. The missions include San Diego de Alcala, San Luis Rey de Francia, San Juan Capistrano, San Gabriel Arcangel, San Buenaventura, San Fernando Rey de Espana, Santa Barbara, Santa Ines, La Purisima Conception, San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, San Miguel Arcangel, San Antonia de Padua, Nuestra Senora de la Soledad, San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, San Juan Bautista, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara de Asis, San Jose, San Francisco de Asis Mission Dolores, San Rafael Arcangel and San Francisco Solano. ( www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=22722 )

Mother Cabrini Shrine

Golden, colorado.

Located less than an hour west of Denver, Mother Cabrini Shrine is a shrine in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and St. Francis Xavier Cabrini. Originally a summer camp for the girls from the Queen of Heaven Orphanage, the property became a place of prayer, pilgrimage and devotion after the canonization of St. Cabrini in 1946. The shrine offers retreat facilities that accommodate up to 28 guests in the Stone House and a private chapel. Daily mass is offered, and the facility is open every day. ( www.mothercabrinishrine.org )

Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche

St. augustine, florida.

In the early 1600s, the Spanish settlers of St. Augustine established the first Shrine to the Blessed Virgin Mary in the United States. As you walk through the historic grounds at the mission, you will be retracing the steps of America’s first founding fathers more than 400 years ago. The present chapel was reconstructed in 1915 and enshrines a replica of the original statue of Nuestra Señora de la Leche y Buen Parto – Our Lady of the Milk and Happy Delivery. ( www.missionandshrine.org )

Basilica of the National Shrine of Immaculate Conception

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

Washington, d.c..

Designated by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops as a National Sanctuary of Prayer and Pilgrimage, the basilica is the nation’s preeminent Marian shrine, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The basilica is the largest Roman Catholic church in the U.S. and one of the 10 largest churches in the world. It is considered one of foremost centers of worship, welcoming more than 1 million visitors per year.

With more than 70 chapels and oratories that relate to the Blessed Mother and people from countries around the world, visitors can virtually make a pilgrimage to many of the great Marian shrines of the world. ( www.nationalshrine.com )

National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows

Belleville, illinois.

One of the most popular shrines in North America, with more than one million visitors each year, the shrine is run by the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. With more than 200 acres of land, it is also one of the largest. The church, completed in 1990, features Icon of Mary, The Living Waters Font and a brilliant altar backdropped by a 15-by-20-foot Aurora Borealis window. Onsite hotel accommodations envelop groups in the experience. ( www.snows.org )

Our Lady of the Sierras

Hereford, arizona.

Located near the Mexico border roughly an hour drive south of Tucson, the shrine consists of a 75-foot-tall cross, a statue depicting Our Lady, chapel, stations of the cross and Mary’s Knoll at the foot of the hill. No matter your faith, this is a peaceful spot to reflect, gain perspective and take in amazing views of the Huachuca Valley and Mexico. ( www.ourladyofthesierras.org )

Shrine of Christ’s Passion

St. john, indiana.

The Shrine of Christ’s Passion is a multi-media, interactive religious attraction in Northwest Indiana, just outside of Chicago. The main attraction is a half-mile winding prayer trail that depicts the last days of Jesus Christ’s life. Forty life-size bronze sculptures in a tranquil setting, complete with beautiful music and sculptured gardens, allow visitors to experience the story of the Crucifixion and Resurrection as never before.

The newly opened Moses at Mount Sinai puts you directly in a scene with Moses himself. The path leads you on a journey with his 10 Commandments and has music, voiceover, lighting, and sound effects.

An impressive gift shop features hundreds of faith-inspired items perfect for souvenirs or gifts. ( www.shrineofchristspassion.org )

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Baltimore, maryland.

America’s first cathedral, the church is a national shrine, Marian shrine and national historic landmark. More than 100,000 people visit the Basilica each year, making it one of Baltimore’s top tourist activities.

Guided tours are offered Monday through Saturday. The hour-long tour includes all areas of the church including Our Lady Seat of Wisdom Chapel, Crypt, Museum and the Pope John Paul II Prayer Garden. ( www.americasfirstcathedral.org )

Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis

St. louis, missouri.

The Cathedral Basilica is known for having the largest mosaic collection in the Western Hemisphere, which took nearly 80 years to complete. The mosaics cover 83,000 square feet, comprising 41 million glass pieces and more than 7,000 colors. They depict various scenes and passages from the Old and New Testament of the Bible, archdiocesan events and in the narthex, the life of King Louis IX of France. There is a chapel dedicated to the souls of former leaders of the archdiocese, and several cardinals are buried in the crypt of the cathedral. Guided tours are available weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ( www.cathedralstl.org )

Shrine of our lady of the island

Shrine of Our Lady of the Island

Long island, new york.

Sitting on 70 acres, the shrine is designed to give pilgrims ample opportunity to reflect and pray. The Shrine of Our Lady of the Island was established by the Missionaries of the Company of Mary in order to be a center of authentic Marian spirituality and devotion, and to renew Catholic life through liturgy, preaching and pilgrimages.

On its expansive grounds you’ll find an 18-foot statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary and baby Jesus, an outdoor Stations of the Cross, a rosary walk, a Pope John Paul II memorial, a Blessed Sacrament Chapel dedicated to Our Lady of the Island and numerous statues and areas for prayer. ( www.ourladyoftheisland.com )

The Sorrowful Mother Shrine

Bellevue, ohio.

Founded in 1850, it is the oldest Marian shrine in the Midwest and east of the Mississippi River. A missionary priest of the Most Precious Blood, Fr. Francis de Sales Brunner built a small red brick chapel to the Sorrowful Mother because of his great devotion to Mary.

There are more than 30 grottos among the 120 acres open to visitors. Paved walkways winding among tall trees lead to Stations of the Cross and replicas of Lourdes and the Sepulchre Grotto and are favorite places of prayer and meditation. ( www.sorrowfulmothershrine.org )

House of Mary Shrine

Yankton, south dakota.

Located on the picturesque shore of Lewis & Clark Lake, six miles west of Yankton, South Dakota, its panoramic provides spectacular views of area wildlife. You can walk the Way of the Cross that winds up Calvary Hill, which features three 50-foot wooden crosses at the 13th station. Other peaceful places for prayer and reflection include a beautiful rosary pond, a rosary way, Mary’s Entrance, Little House of Mary and a meditation area. ( www.thehouseofmaryshrine.org )

Shrine of the True Cross

Dickinson, texas.

Located between Houston and Galveston, Texas, this 1936 relic of the True Cross was obtained for the shrine from the Basilica Church of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme (Holy Cross in Jerusalem) in Rome, where a large piece of the Holy Cross resides. The relic of the Holy Cross is available in the church year round for veneration with mass daily. ( www.truecrosschurch.org )

National Shrine of St. Odilia

Onamia, minnesota.

In 1952, a major relic of St. Odilia was brought to the Crosier community in Onamia, 90 miles north of the Twin Cities. A shrine in her honor was set up in the priory chapel, where the reliquary is currently housed. St. Odilia has promised her intercession on behalf of the Crosiers and all those who invoke her aid. For centuries it has been the practice of the Crosiers to bless water in honor of St. Odilia, dipping her relic in it and asking God to give it “power against all diseases and bodily infirmities.”

There are three “stations” in the national shrine. The religious icon of St. Odilia and two of her relics help pilgrims “look through” the icon designed as a window into heaven and pause for prayer in the presence of the relics. ( www.crosier.org )

National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa

Doylestown, pennsylvania.

An hour outside of Philadelphia, the shrine sits on 170 acres on Beacon Hill overlooking Peace Valley in Doylestown. The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa welcomes pilgrims of all nationalities and faiths to visit and take part in the religious and cultural activities held at the Shrine throughout the year.

In the lower church below the main church is a replica of Our Lady’s Chapel at Jana Gora Monastery in Czestochowa, Poland, where the original icon of Our Lady of Czestochowa resides. There are four side chapels dedicated to St. Paul the First Hermit, Our Lady of Nazareth, Divine Mercy and Our Lady of Guadalupe. Retreats are offered year-round at the Ave Maria Retreat House. ( www.czestochowa.us )

National Shrine of the Cross in the Woods

Indian river, michigan.

This Northern Michigan facility is an expansive wooded complex featuring six shrines and monuments including the Shrine of St. Francis, Our Lady of the Highways Shrine, the Holy 28 Stairs and The Man on the Cross. The Shrine is the home for the largest collection of dolls dressed in traditional habits of men’s and women’s religious communities in the United States.( www.crossinthewoods.com )

Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers

Monastery of the Holy Spirit

Conyers, georgia.

The Monastery of the Holy Spirit is a community of more than 40 monks spanning several generations who live, work and pray together. The monastery has facilities to accommodate any group need. Classrooms for a lecture, meeting space for a business meeting or rooms for overnight stays are all available and can be used alone or in combination depending on your needs. Monks are available to speak with your group.

The expansive visitor center features interactive displays including videos about the monastic tradition while the new 17,000- square-foot Heritage Center incorporates both new and renovated historic Monastery structures and integrates elements of learning and hands-on activities. ( www.trappist.net )

Madonna Queen of the Universe

Madonna Queen of the Universe Shrine

Boston, massachusetts.

Overlooking Logan Airport in Boston is a 32-foot statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Located at the national headquarters of the Order of Don Orione, it is a replica of the one at the Don Orione Center in Rome. ( www.catholicshrines.net/states/ma3.htm )

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May 2025 – September Nagasaki (3) • Unzen • Kumamoto (3) • Amakusa • Hiroshima (2) • Kyoto (2) • Tokyo (3) • Kamakura • Akita (2) • Tokyo.

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15 May – 01 June 2024 Accompanied by Fr Dan Ryan Paris (2 nights) • Rouen • Lisieux (2) • Mont-Saint-Michel (2) • Chartres • Nevers (1) • Taize • Paray le Monial (2) • Ars • La Salette (1) • Avignon (1) • Lourdes (3) • Montserrat (1) • Barcelona (1). Optional Rome extension (3 nights)

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Here’s how to take a local Catholic pilgrimage in the U.S.

By Katie Yoder

Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Oct 23, 2021 / 06:41 am

The most popular pilgrimages for Catholics range from the Holy Land to the Camino de Santiago. But, pilgrims should know, these faith-filled trips can also be as simple as walking to a local church.

“Choose a place to go, [it] can be as short as a block away,” Will Peterson, the founder of Modern Catholic Pilgrim, told EWTN News Nightly on Oct. 15. “I invite people to not make it too complicated.”

The mission of Peterson’s group is to deepen faith and build community in the U.S. through the longstanding Catholic tradition of making pilgrimages on foot. While many people think of traveling overseas for pilgrimages, they should also consider staying local, he said. 

“There are places worthy of pilgrimage here,” he stressed. For Holy Week, he pointed to New Mexico as a pilgrimage destination.

“Chimayo is a great spiritual place in northern New Mexico where on Good Friday every year there's like 30,000 people who make walked pilgrimage,” he said.

Another, called Wisconsin Way, begins outside Green Bay at the Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help, the only approved Marian apparition site in the country. Founded in 2013 by a local priest, Fr. Andrew Kurz, the trip is approximately 137 miles.

Pilgrimages, as defined by the Catechism of the Catholic Church , are an important part of the Catholic faith and “evoke our earthly journey toward heaven and are traditionally very special occasions for renewal and prayer.”

Catholics can begin their pilgrimages as soon as today. For the month of October, leading up to the Solemnity of All Saints on Nov. 1, Modern Catholic Pilgrim encourages Catholics to walk with the saints by praying for the intercession of a local parish patron saint as they walk to the church named after him or her.

“Then the next time you're there for Mass on Sunday, it’s going to kind of change your experience because you’ve journeyed there as a holy space,” Peterson urged.  

Peterson draws his inspiration from a trip to Rome eight years ago. That experience set him on fire spiritually, he said. Now, he hopes that his group will infuse an appreciation of pilgrimages in the U.S.

Making a pilgrimage on foot is a “very ancient tradition for Christians, but feels kind of contemporary and new [for the U.S.] because we don’t really have a culture of it,” he said. “So we’re excited to be part of that development of the culture.”

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The Catholic Travel Guide

Catholic Shrines, Pilgrimage Sites & Places of Interest in the United States

Although the United States is a fairly young country compared to many others, it abounds with Catholic shrines and places of interest to Catholics. The history of the Catholic Church in the U.S.A. has not always been an easy one. Although many who settled here came for religious freedom, this did not always apply to Catholics. In fact, as immigrants from such countries as Ireland and Italy (with largely Catholic populations) came in the late 19th Century, anti-Catholicism arose in certain parts of the country, stoked on by such groups as the Ku Klux Klan and some Protestant pastors. Church-burnings and intimidation took place, and many newspaper cartoons portrayed Catholics as agents of the devil.

The Irish, for example, they were branded as shiftless drunkards and advertisements were known to include the words “ No Irish Need Apply “.  The Italian, Czechs and Polish were also greeted with hostility.

Despite these obstacles, Catholicism grew in the country and today it accounts for roughly 25% of the population.

Almost every state has something to appeal to Catholic vacationers and pilgrims alike. If you are traveling and looking for a place to visit or attend Mass then check one of these out. In addition many of the shrines offer pilgrimages and retreats.

Have missed your favorite?     Email us and we will add it…we are always looking for ways to add Catholic places of interest.

Cullman: Ave Maria Grotto and St. Bernard Abbey

Birmingham:  Cathedral of Saint Paul and St. Stephen the Martyr Chapel

Fort Mitchell:   Blessed Trinity Retreat Center

Irondale and Hanceville:   EWTN Studios and Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament

Mobile:   Churches & shrines

Juneau: Shrine of Saint Therese of Lisieux

Grand Canyon Park: El Cristo Rey Chapel

Hereford: Shrine of Our Lady of the Sierras

Mesa: Saint Peregrine Cancer Shrine

Phoenix & surrounding area: Phoenix, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Scottsdale,Tempe

Sedona: Chapel of the Holy Cross

Sonoita:   Santa Rita Abbey & Retreat House

Tonopah:   Our Lady of Solitude Monastery (Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration)

Tucson: Mission San Xavier del Bac; Mary Undoer of Knots Byzantine Catholic Shrine;  Shrine of Saint Gianna;

Yarnell:  Shrine of Saint Joseph of the Mountains

Dardendale:  Ol’ Shalom Ranch /retreat center

New Blaine: Hesychia House of Prayer

Springdale: Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church (traditional Latin Mas s)

Subiaco:  Subiaco Abbey

Beverly Hills:   Church of the Good Shepherd

Big Sur:     New Camaldoli Hermitage

Carmel: San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission Basilica

Fresno: Shrine of Saint Terese

Garden Grove (Los Angeles area): Christ Cathedral & Our Lady of La Vang Shrine)

La Jolla: Infant Jesus of Prague Shrine in Mary Star of the Sea Church

Sacramento:  National Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament

San Diego: Basilica Mission San Diego de Alcala

San Francisco:   Many Shrines and Places of Interest

San Jose:   Mount Saint Joseph Carmelite Monastery

Santa Ana: Heart of Jesus Retreat Center

Santa Barbara:  Santa Barbara Mission

Santa Clara: Shrines and Monastery

Santa Cruz: Shrine of Saint Joseph, Guardian of the Redeemer

Silverado:   Saint Michael’s Abbey

Statewide: The Spanish Missions

Tehachapi: The Bethlehem Priory of Saint Joseph (Norbertine Monastery)

Valyermo:  Saint Andrew’s Benedictine Monastery

Denver:  Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception & tomb of Servant of God Julia Greeley

Golden: Mother Cabrini Shrine

San Luis:   Stations of the Cross Shrine

Snowmass : Saint Benedict’s Abbey

Virginia Dale: The Abbey of Saint Walburga

CONNECTICUT

Litchfield: The Lourdes in Litchfield

New Haven: Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center (formerly The Knights of Columbus Museum)

New Haven: Shrine of the Infant Jesus of Prague

 Stamford:  Villa Maria Guadalupe Retreats

 Waterbury: Shrine of Saint Anne for Mothers

DISTRICT OF COLMBIA

 Washington:   Click here for the many shrines & places of interest in Washington, D.C.

 Fort Lauderdale:   Churches near the cruise port of Fort Lauderdale

 Key West: Basilica of Saint Mary Star of the Sea

  Miami:   Click here for many Shrines & Places of Interest in Miami

 Orlando:   Click here for many Shrines & Places of Interest in Orlando

 Saint Augustine: Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche

 Sarasota:   Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Church (First class relic of St. Padre Pio)

Tampa:   Our Lady Help of Christians Center

The Florida Keys:   St. Mary Star of the Sea, Underwater statue of Christ of the Chasm

Atlanta: Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

Conyers: Monastery of the Holy Spirit

Macon:   Saint Joseph Catholic Church

Savannah:   Cathedral Basilica of Saint John the Baptist; Childhood Home Museum of Flannery O”Connor

Agana:   Catholic Churches in Guam

Lahaina, Maui, Molokai, Oahu: Catholic shrines and places of interest

Coeur d’Alene: Cataldo Mission State Park

Belleville:   National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows

Berwyn (Chicago area) : St Odilo Catholic Church & National Shrine of Souls in Purgatory

Chicago: Many Catholic shrines and places of interest in Chicago

Darien: National Shrine of Saint Therese

Des Plaines (Chicago area): Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe

El Paso:   Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Spiritual Centre

Marytown: National Shrine of St. Maximillian Kolbe

Morton Grove: Shrine of All Saints (over 1500 relics)

Peoria:   Tomb of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen & Museum of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

Quincy:   Grave of Servant of God Father Augustus Tolton

Teutopolis:   Saint Francis of Assisi Church

Greensburg:  Edelweiss House Retreat Center and Farm

Huntington: Saint Felix Retreat Center

Saint John: The Shrine of Christ’s Passion

Saint Mary’s:   Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin

Saint Meinrad:   Saint Meinrad Archabbey and Monte Cassino Shrine

Terre Haute:  Carmelite Monastery

Dubuque:  Our Lady of the Mississippi Abbey

Dyersville: Basilica of Saint Francis Xavier

Sioux City:   Trinity Heights Queen of Peace Shrine

West Bend: The Grotto of the Redemption

West Burlington:   Our Lady of Grace Grotto

Beloit:  St Padre Pio Chapel with first class relic

Mound City: Shrine of Saint Philippine Duchesne

Victoria:   Basilica of Saint Fidelis…..”the Cathedral of the plains”

 Wichita:   Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception & tomb of Emil Capaun .

Covington:   Basilica Cathedral of the Assumption

Louisville:  Several Catholic churches and shrines

Nazareth: Nazareth Retreat House

Trappist:   Abbey of Gethsemani

Whitesville:   Passionist Nuns at Saint Joseph Monastery

Convent: Manresa House of Retreat

Grand Coteau: Shrine of Saint John Berchmans

Lake Charles:  Several Catholic places of interest

Metairie:  National Shrine of Saint Ann

New Orleans: Catholic Shrines & Places of Interest

Opelousas:   Ave Maria Shrine, Orphan Train Museum

Richard (Diocese of Lafayette): Grave of Servant of God Charlene Richard

Saint Martinville:   Saint Martin de Tours Catholic Church

Shreveport:   The Museum of the Holy Shroud at the Cathedral of Saint John Berchmans

Kennebunkport: Saint Anthony Franciscan Monastery

Lewiston:  Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

Baltimore: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption; St Jude Shrine, Nat Shrine of St. Alphonsus Liguori

Ellicott City: Shrine of Saint Anthony

Emmitsburg : National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes; National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

MASSACHUSETTS

Attleboro: National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette

Boston:   Several shrines & places of interest

Chicopee: Saint Stanislaus Basilica

Cape Cod Area: Cape Cod, Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard

Easton: Father Peyton Memorial 

Fall River:   Saint Anne’s Shrine

Fiskdale (Sturbridge):   Saint Anne Shrine

Salem:   Saint John Paul II Shrine of Divine Mercy

Spencer:   Saint Joseph’s Trappist Abbey

Still River: Saint Benedict Abbey

Stockbridge: National Shrine of Divine Mercy

Detroit: Shrine of Blessed Solanus Casey, Old Saint Mary’s Church, Mother of Divine Mercy Parish: St. Josaphat Church & Sweetest Heart of Mary Church

Grand Rapids:   Basilica of Saint Adalbert

L’Anse: Shrine of (Venerable) Bishop Baraga (“The Snowshoe Priest”)

Indian River: The National Shrine of the Cross in the Woods

Marquette:   St. Peter Cathedral & Tomb of Ven. Bishop Baraga

Royal Oak: National Basilica Shrine of the Little Flower

Washington: Capuchin Retreat Center

Cold Spring: Assumption Chapel

Minneapolis:  Basilica of Saint Mary

New Prague:   Shrine to Blessed Karl of Austria

New Ulm:   Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity

Saint Paul:   Cathedral & National Shrine of Saint Paul

Onamia: National Shrine of Saint Odilia

MISSISSIPPI

Natchez:   Basilica of Saint Mary

Branson: Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church

Clyde: Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration Monastery

Eureka: The Black Madonna Shrine

Florissant:   Old Saint Ferdinand Shrine

Gower:  Abbey of Our Lady of Ephesus

Laurie: National Shrine of Mary, Mother of The Church

Perryville:   National Shrine of the Miraculous Medal

Saint Charles: Shrine of Saint Philippine Duchesne

Saint Louis:   Cathedrals, shrines and Basilca

Saint Patrick:   Shrine of Saint Patrick

Starkenburg: Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows

Butte: Our Lady of the Rockies

Saint Ignatius:  Saint Ignatius Mission Parish

Stevensville: Saint Mary’s Mission and Museum

Denton:  Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary…..Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter (FSSP)

Gretna: Shrine of the Holy Family

Gretna:   The Cloisters on the Platte

Omaha: Cathedral of Saint Cecilia

Schuyler:   Saint Benedict Retreat Center

Waverly: Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House (Diocese of Lincoln);         Knights of the Holy Eucharist (founded by Mother Angelica)

Las Vegas: Shrine of the Most Holy Redeemer

Reno: Saint Thomas Aquinas Cathedral

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Colebrook: National Shrine of Our Lady of Grace

Brick:  Shrine to Blessed Carlo Acutis in Saint Dominic’s Church

Clifton:   Holy Face Monastery

Elizabeth:   Saint Walburga Monastery and Retreat Center

Kearny:   Sanctuary of the Four Chaplains in Saint Stephen’s Church

Landisville:  Shrine of Saint Padre Pio

Montclair:   Our Lady of Mount Carmel Oratory

Newark : National Shrine of Saint Gerard

Patterson:   Grave of Father Leo Heinrichs, martyr

Summit: Monastery of Our Lady of the Rosary

Washington: Blue Army National Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima

Abiquiu: Monastery of Christ in the Desert

Albuquerque: Many old churches plus the Shrine of Saint Bernadette

Chimayo: El Santuario de Chimayo & Shrine of Santo Nino de Achoa

Golden: Saint Francis Assis Catholic Church

La Laguna:    Laguna, New Mexico: Saint Joseph of Laguna Mission

Mescalero: Saint Joseph’s Apache Mission

Santa Fe:   Many places of interest

NEW YORK STATE

Auriesville: Shrine of the North American Martyrs

Buffalo/Niagara Falls:   Two national shines and beautiful churches

Edmeston: Rosa Mystica House of Prayer & Retreat Center

Fonda: National Kateri Tekakwitha Shrine

Manorville (Long Island):  Shrine of Our Lady of the Island

Middletown:   National Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

New York City:   Many sites of interest listed 

Piffard (Finger Lakes area):   Abbey of the Genesee

Stony Point: Salesian National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians

Syracuse: Shrine of Saint of Marianne Cope

NORTH CAROLINA

Asheville:  Basilica of Saint Lawrence

Raleigh:   Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral

Bellevue:  The Sorrowful Mother Shrine 

Bloomingdale: Catholic Family Land

Burton:   Christ the Bridegroom Monastery & Shrine of Our Lady of Mariapoch

Canton: Rhoda Wise House and Grotto

Carey: Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation

Cincinnati:    Holy Cross Immaculata; Saint Anthony Shrine & Friary; Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center

Cleveland:     Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist; Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration Chapel; St Elizabeth of Hungary Shrine

Columbus:   Jubilee Museum; Shrine of Blessed Margaret of Castello, O.P

Euclid:  National Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes

Maria Stein: Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics & Spiritual Center of Maria Stein

Marietta:  Basilica of Saint Mary of the Assumption

Massillon: National Shrine of Saint Dymphna

Mogadore:   Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto (life size replica of the Lourdes Grotto)

North Jackson: National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon

Toledo:   Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral

Windsor:   Servants of Mary Center for Peace

Hulbert:   Our Lady of Clear Creek Abbey

Oklahoma City:   Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine

Prague: National Shrine of the Infant Jesus of Prague

Stillwater:   Saint Francis Xavier Church (beautiful new church built in the traditional style)

Portland: National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother

Saint Benedict: Mount Angel Abbey

Weston:    Duchovny Dom Byzantine Catholic Mens Monastery

PENNSYLVANIA

Barto: National Centre for Padre Pio

Doylestown: National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa

Kulpmont: Saint Pauline Spirituality Center

Philadelphia:   Many places of interest

Pittsburgh: Five Shrines and places of interest 

Scranton:   Saint Thomas More Parish (Anglican Rite)

Uniontown: Mount Saint Macrina

Warminster: Shrine of Saint Gianna

PUERTO RICO

San Juan:   Major Catholic Churches in San Juan

RHODE ISLAND

Nasonville: First Shrine of Saint Therese of Lisieux

Portsmouth: Portsmouth Abbey Monastery and School

SOUTH CAROLINA

Charleston: Church of Saint Mary of the Annunciation; Saint Ann Catholic Church; Cruise port

Greenville:   Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church (Romanesque & Mission style church)

Kingstree:  Shrine of Our Lady of South Carolina, Our Lady of Our Hope)

Moncks Corner:   Mepkin Abbey (Trappist Monastery)

Rock Hill:   Rock Hill Oratory

SOUTH DAKOTA

Alexandria:   Fatima Family Shrine & Our Lady of Mercy Carmelite Monastery

Irene: Broom Tree Retreat & Conference Center (Diocese of Sioux Falls)

Rapid City:   Saint Martin Monastery

Sioux Falls: Saint Joseph’s Cathedral

Yankton: The House of Mary Shrine

Chattanooga:    Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

Gatlinburg: St Mary Church at Great Smoky Mountains Natl Park

Kingstree: Shrine of Our Lady of South Carolina, Our Lady of Our Joyful Hope

Knoxville:   Sacred Heart Cathedral :  Beatiful new Cathedral built in the traditional style

Memphis:   Saint Martin de Porres National Shrine & Institute

New Hope: Shrine of Our Lady Virgin of the Poor

Due to the large geographic area of the state (roughly the size of France), we are showing the various part of Texas next to the listings.

Corpus Christi (South Texas):   Our Lady of Corpus Christi Retreat Center

Cristoval (central Texas): Mount Carmel Hermitage

Dallas/Fort Worth (North Texas…called “The DFW Metroplex): Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Garland, Grand Prairie

Galveston (South Texas Gulf coast):   Near Houston, popular cruise port and historical churches

Grand Prairie (Dallas area):  Nazareth Retreat Center

Hill Country (central Texas): Painted Churches of Texas

Houston Area (Southeast Texas):    Includes Dickinson, Friendswood, Houston

Kerens (North Texas):   Benedictine Monastery of Thien Tam

Lindsay (North Texas): Saint Peter’s Catholic Church (historic church built by German immigrants)

Lufkin (Southeast Texas):   Monastery of the Infant Jesus

New Braunfels (central Texas): Mission of Divine Mercy

Panna Maria (central Texas): First Polish Catholic Church in the U.S.

Pipe Creek (San Antonio area):  Sanctus Ranch Retreat Center

Rockport (South Texas Gulf coast): Schoenstatt Center Lamar

Round Top (Central Texas): St Martin Church….the smallest Catholic Church in the world .

San Antonio (Central Texas): The Missions (incl the Alamo); Shrine of the Little Flower; Padre Pio Shrine & many others

San Juan (South Texas): Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan de Valle National Shrine

Taft (South Texas Gulf coast):   Immaculate Conception Church (relic of Saint Jose Sanchez del Rio)

Tyler:  (East Texas):  Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Chapel of Saints Peter and Paul

 Salt Lake City:  Cathedral of the Madeleine  (under the auspices of St Mary Magdalene)

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS

Saint Thomas: Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul

Isle de la Motte: Shrine of Saint Anne

Jamaica: Our Lady of Ephesus House of Prayer

Alexandria:   Basilica of Saint Mary

Arlington:  Saint Agnes Church (beautiful new altar and ambo)

Fredericksburg:   Saint Jude Catholic Church (relics of the 12 apostles)

Front Royal:   Christendom College Christ the King Chapel

Roanoke :  Saint Andrew’s Catholic Church

Williamsburg: National Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham

WASHINGTON STATE

Olympia: Shrine of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Seattle:   Catholic churches near the cruise ports

WEST VIRGINIA

Charleston:   Basilica of the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

Charles Town :  Priory of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Canons Regular of the New Jerusalem) Latin Mass; Saint James the Greater Catholic Church

 Wheeling:  Churches and places of interest

Briggsville:  National Shrine of Saint Philomena

Fennimore :  Saint Mary’s Church (beautifully restored church)

Green Bay area:   National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion; National Shrine of Saint Joseph

Hubertus: Basilica Shrine of Mary, Help of Christians at Holy Hill

La Crosse: Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine

Milwaukee: Many sites of interest

Peshtigo: Miraculous saving of a Tabernacle and Host

Rudolph : Rudolph Grotto Gardens

Saint Nazianz:   Holy Resurrection Monastery

Cody: Yellowstone National Park

Grand Teton: Chapel of the Sacred Heart

Pine Bluffs:   Statue of Our Lady of Peace

Didn’t find what you were looking for?     Email us with your suggestion and we will get right on it .

12 thoughts on “U.S.A.”

St. Andrew in Roanoke, Virginia should be on your list. I wonder why it isn’t

Dear John, Thank you for your suggestion….we were not aware of this parish and its rich history. We will add a page to our site.

Please add St. Mary Basilica in Natchez, Mississippi. It is a beautiful minor basilica and one of the oldest churches in the south.

Dear Rebecca,

Thank you for your suggestion, it is a beautiful Basilica. Unfortunately the Basilica is closed for renovation at the time. We will contact them to see how long that will be the case.

I believe that St Mary has now reopened.

Thanks for the comments…..Which St Mary’s?

Asheville NC has St Lawrence Basilica. Super beautiful place. You must add this site! Daily tours, Mass, Adoration.

Thanks so much for letting us know about this magnificent Basilica! We have added a page to our site that will offer more information.

Thank you for creating this list. It is a great tool to use while planning vacations!

Another shrine that you could add for South Dakota is the Fatima Family Shrine in Alexandria, SD. Also, there is a retreat center just outside of Irene, SD, called Broom Tree. It is a really neat place to visit, especially if you’re able to go at a time of year that you could walk around the grounds.

Thanks for telling us about this Shrine…we will add it to our website. And thanks for the compliments…we hope everyone will find it useful.

I didn’t see The Basilica of Our Lady of Fatima,in Younstown, NY nor St Anne’s Shrine in Fiskdale MA listed.

As far as the Fatima shrine is concerned it it is listed here , but their physical address is Lewiston, New York as shown on their own website.

We were not aware of the St.Anne Shrine….thanks for bringing it to our attention. We will get it listed as soon as possible.

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Rome & Assisi Pilgrimage

Rome, vatican, orvieto, bolsena, bevagna, assisi, la verna and gubbio.

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Travel to Italy for this exciting 10-day Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi. Explore “The Eternal City” and all the marvels Rome has to offer – even experience a Papal Audience with the Holy Father! Visit important Catholic sites like the Holy Stairs, the minor Basilicas, ancient Catacombs and more, as well as some secular sites like the Trevi Fountain. Continue to Assisi to walk in the Footsteps of Saint Francis in his hometown. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, art & cuisine of Italy on this Catholic Pilgrimage!

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• Round-trip airfare from your desired Airport * or book without airfare (land only option)
• All airport taxes & fuel surcharges
• Base Price: 2 Travellers in 1 Room: Queen or King Bed or 2 Twin beds
• Optional - Additional Cost: ◦ Solo Traveler: No Roomate ◦ Triple Room: Upon Request

• Breakfast and Dinner daily
• Wine with dinners
• Assistance of local guide throughout
• Whisper headsets
• Transfers as per itinerary
• Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
• Free WiFi & Water on bus
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
• Catholic Priest, Mass daily & Spiritual activities
• Luggage handling (1 piece per person)

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Group Size may vary between 18 to maximum 33, always accompanied by a Catholic Priest and Tour Guide throughout.

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Providing you coverage for situations that may arise during your trip, including medical and dental emergencies, loss of luggage, trip delay, and so much more.

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A Cancellation Waiver – allowing you to cancel your trip and receive a refund anytime – up until 48 hours prior to departure.

Day 1: Depart for Rome

Make your way to your local airport, where you will board your overnight flight(s). Your meals will be served on board.

Day 2: Arrival in Rome

Welcome to Rome, also known as, “The Eternal City”. Upon arrival at Rome airport, collect your luggage in the baggage claim area, and continue to the Arrivals Hall, where you will be greeted by a tour escort and/or driver. You will make your way to the bus and transfer to your hotel. Following check-in, you will have free time to unpack and relax, or explore Rome on your own. Your tour escort may suggest places to visit. Later in the afternoon, your group will meet in the hotel lobby for a “Meet and Greet” with your fellow pilgrims and depart for Mass. Following Mass, you will attend a welcome dinner. After dinner, you will have the opportunity to walk to St. Peter’s Square as a group, for the Rosary (optional).

Day 3: Rome: Papal Audience - Trevi Fountain – Pantheon - Basilica of St. John the Lateran – Holy Stairs - Basilica of St. Mary Major

This morning we attend the Papal Audience in St. Peter’s Square or at the Audience Hall. The Audience is celebrated each Wednesday by His Holiness, Pope Francis (pending the papal schedule). Next Trevi Fountain area for some free time and lunch (on own). This afternoon, visit the oldest of the four major Basilicas in Rome, the Archbasilica of St. John the Lateran, the cathedral church and seat of the Bishop of Rome. Cross the street to the very steps that lead up to the praetorium of Pontius Pilate in Jerusalem which Jesus climbed on His way to trial during his Passion. Holy Mass will be celebrated by our priest at the Basilica of St. Mary Major, dedicated to Our Blessed Mother. This Basilica contains a relic from the manger of the infant Jesus. Dinner and overnight.

Day 4: Rome: St. Peter's Basilica - Vatican Museum - Appian Way - Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls - Catacombs

Today we tour St. Peter’s Basilica, built on the site where St. Peter the Apostle was martyred. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to view Michelangelo’s Pieta sculpture, pray at the tombs of Pope Benedict XVI and St. John Paul II. Next you will visit the Vatican Museum, where you can see the Tapestry Gallery, Raphael Rooms, and Sistine Chapel. After lunch, continue down the Appian Way, one of the earliest roads built in ancient Rome to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls and the Catacombs. Dinner and overnight in Rome.

Day 5: Rome – Pantheon – Colosseum – Roman Forum

This morning after breakfast we will celebrate Mass. Following Mass we will visit the Pantheon, an ancient Roman building, that is renowned for its large concrete dome.  After lunch,  visit the Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, was built in the first century AD and was the largest amphitheater in the Roman Empire. Christians were often persecuted in the Roman Empire, and many of them were martyred in the Colosseum. Some of the most famous Christian martyrs who died in the Colosseum include Saint Ignatius of Antioch, Saint Polycarp, and Saint Perpetua and Saint Felicitas. The Colosseum is a reminder of the persecution that early Christians faced, and it is also a symbol of their faith and courage. The Roman Forum was the heart of ancient Rome, and it was the site of many important government buildings, temples, and shops. It was also the place where public meetings were held and where the laws were debated and passed. The Roman Forum was a busy and bustling place. It was home to a wide variety of people, from wealthy aristocrats to poor laborers, and it was a place where people from all walks of life came together. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight.

Day 6: Rome – Orvieto – Bolsena - Assisi

We leave Rome and travel North through the Umbrian Hills to Orvieto. This incredible town sits on a volcanic high rock formation. Here we visit one of the most beautiful and most renowned Cathedrals in Italy. Because of its strategic location, it’s Christian history officially started in 1004, but, Orvieto was built over preexisting Etruscan era cave tunnels dating back 2,500 years, which some historians believe Christians used to celebrate Mass when Christianity was forbidden.  Next we visit nearby town of Bolsena and Cathedral housing the corporeal of the Miracle of the Eucharist which took place in 1262. Here we celebrate Mass. Continue to Assisi he hometown of St. Francis and St. Clare. Upon arriving check-in to your hotel. Dinner and overnight. Retire to your room for a restful night’s sleep.

Day 7: Assisi – Bevagna – Assisi

After breakfast, travel to Bevagna, a charming town in the heart of Umbria. Bevagna is not only a treasure of historical and artistic gems, but also a place of profound religious significance. Its rich Catholic heritage is evident in its numerous churches, monasteries, and religious institutions, each bearing witness to the town’s deep-rooted faith and devotion. Visit the Church of San Francesco which is located in Bevagna’s historic center. The Church of San Francesco is a haven for Franciscan spirituality. It’s simple yet elegant architecture reflects the Franciscan Order’s values of humility and simplicity. Inside, the church houses a beautiful fresco depicting the life of Saint Francis of Assisi. Continue to the Monastery of San Silvestro, on a hilltop overlooking Bevagna. The Monastery of San Silvestro offers a tranquil retreat for those seeking spiritual solace. Founded in the 13th century, the monastery has been a center of religious life for centuries. Its serene atmosphere and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside provide an ideal setting for contemplation and prayer. After lunch visit the Sanctuary of Madonna delle Grazie. This is a beloved pilgrimage site for Catholics in the region. The sanctuary, dating back to the 15th century, is home to a venerated statue of the Virgin Mary, believed to possess miraculous powers. Visitors come from far and wide to seek blessings and pray for intercession. Return to Assisi for dinner and overnight.

Day 8: Assisi (St. Francis)

As you visit the birthplace of St. Francis, you will become captivated as the atmosphere has not changed since St. Francis began his ministry, in the early 13th-century. You will start your tour at the St. Francis Basilica, visit his tomb of St. Francis, and have the opportunity to view a series of frescoes depicting his life, along with a few of the saint’s possessions. Followed by a visit to the Santuario Della Spogliazione where Blessed Carlo Acutis’ tomb is placed. Carlo is the first millennial to be declared Blessed who loved the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. From there, you will continue on a walking tour through this picturesque town, including the birthplace of St. Francis, and end with a tour of the Church that honors St. Clare, the foundress of the Poor Clare Sisters. This Saint followed the teachings of St. Francis very closely by also living a life of poverty and humility. Enjoy some free time on your own – you may take this time for additional prayer, shop in the many gift shops or enjoy a nice lunch. After lunch, you will board the bus, which will take you outside of the walls of Assisi, to the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels. This is where St. Francis spent most of life. This Basilica is made up of two structures, both of which you will visit. The first structure, is the “Porziuncola”, which is where St. Francis founded his order of the Friar Minor (Franciscans). The second, is the “Capella del Transito”, which is the place of St. Francis’ death. During your time here, you will have the opportunity to visit the beautiful Rose Garden where St. Francis and other friars lived, as well as the cave where the Saint retired to pray. Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight.

Day 9: Assisi - Gubbio - La Verna - Assisi

After breakfast, you will drive through the beautiful Umbrian mountains to Gubbio. Enjoy this medieval town with a visit of St. Francis Church, where you will be celebrating Mass. After Mass, visit a town that seems painted onto the hill, a succession of backdrops against which towers and houses stand out, all embraced by walls. The town had been freed by St. Francis from a terrible and fierce wolf who afflicted it. After lunch on your own, continue to La Verna, the place where St. Francis, over the years, had been seven times, the last time in 1224 where he received the stigmata. Here you will be able to pray in the Chapel of the Stigmata, the Basilica and the Chapel of Saint Mary of the Angels. You will also be able to admire the beautiful artworks of Andrea della Robbia. Return to Assisi for dinner and your last overnight.

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After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, your group will leave by motor coach and transfer to the Rome Fiumicino airport for return flights home.

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The Medjugorje Pilgrimage 2024 or 2025 tour spends one week in the peaceful mountain hamlet in Bosnia Herzegovina where the Virgin Mary has been appearing since June 25, 1981. After arriving in Dubrovnik, Split, or Sarajevo, you will be met by a local guide from Medjugorje who will bring you back to his home village recounting the story of Our Lady’s first apparitions along the way. You will attend Mass and pray the Rosary daily with the villagers and other pilgrims from around the world at St. James Church.  During the Medjugorje Pilgrimage, you will have the opportunity to climb Apparition Hill where Our Lady first appeared, and to make the Way of the Cross as you ascend Cross Mountain. Your guide for the Medjugorje Pilgrimage Tour will arrange for you to meet any of the visionaries who are in the village at the time and to hear young men from the Cenacolo community share their stories of conversion and witness to the healing power of Faith. It is said that Our Lady invites all her Children to Medjugorje to lead them to a closer relationship with Her Son, Jesus, and to exhort us to Pray for Peace in our hearts, in our homes, and our communities. For more information regarding Medjugorje itself, consult the Official Medjugorje website here.   Book your Marian Pilgrimage to Medjugorje in 2024 or 2025 today.

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Tour Details for Medjugorje Pilgrimage Tour in 2024 & 2025

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• Accommodations - First Class Hotel or Marija's all rooms with Private Bath / often stay at Marija's home if available
• Meals - Breakfast and Dinner Daily Wine & mineral water with dinners
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• Daily Mass and Spiritual Activities Coordinated
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Itinerary for Medjugorje Pilgrimage Tour 2024 & 2025

Day 1 depart usa.

Board your overnight transatlantic flights from the USA to begin your pilgrimage to Medjugorje.  Meals are served on board.

Day 2 Arrive Medjugorje

Arrive in Dubrovnik (Split or Sarajevo) where you will be greeted by your tour guide who will then escort you to the private motorcoach which will then take you on the 2 1/2-hour drive to the village of Medjugorje. Once there you will meet your fellow pilgrims and your priest spiritual director.  Dinner and overnight in Medjugorje. 

Day 3 to 8 Medjugorje

During your stay, you will experience the beauty and peace of this simple village, and have the opportunity to share your faith with pilgrims from all over the world. Here are some of the activities planned for the week:

Daily Mass : Each mor ning, at 10:00 am (noon on Sunday), the group will assemble at St. James Church for Mass and the blessing of religious articles immediately following. Climb Apparition Hill : Recite the Rosary while climbing the hill to the place where the visionaries first encountered Our Lady.

Climb Mt. Kri zevac (Cross Mountain) :  In 1933, the villagers b uilt a 30′ high cross atop a mountain to commemorate Jesus’ passion and death on the cross. Climb to the top, stopping 14 times along the way to rest and Pray the Stations of the Cross.

Apparitions : Join  the villagers and fellow pilgrims in praying the Rosary in St. James Church at 5:00 pm (6:00 pm Daylight Savings Time), and stay for the apparition of Our Lady to the visionaries at 5:40 pm (6:40 pm  Daylight Savings Time) . Stay for the Croatian Mass the Blessing of the Sick immediately following.

Adoration of the Blessed Sa crament : Our Lady has always called us to be close to Her Son. Join fellow pilgrims for Adoration on Tuesday and Saturday at the outside altar of St.  James Church, and for Veneration of the C ross on Friday inside the church. Adoration is also available in the Chapel every afternoon.

Meetings  wit h the Visionaries : Pending their availability, the guide will arrange meetings with the Vi sionaries.

Visit to the Community of Cenacolo : Founded by the Sisters of Charity, Cenacolo is a community for young men and women who have lost their way in life and are on the road to recovery. We will hear their inspirational words about their journeys back to Jesus Christ.  Prayer at the Statue of the Risen Christ : Pray at the bronze statue located on the grounds of St. James Church, and witness the droplets of water that miraculously seep out of Christ’s right knee.

Day 9 Medjugorje - Home

  After an early breakfast, you will leave by motorcoach for Dubrovnik Airport (Spilt or Sarajevo) for your return flights home.

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Single Supplement: $199 unless otherwise specified.

Pre or Post Stay in Medjugorje – Overnight Hotel & Breakfast

Double Room w/breakfast only  per person  $59. · Private Room w/breakfast only per person  $79. · Private Airport Transfer  per person $ 129

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An upgrade to Premium Economy is available for $1,850 per person roundtrip with the following conditions:  the pilgrimage tour must be 1) paid in full more than 90 days before departure and 2) Guest Information Completed to guarantee the price and schedule.

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Travel Insurance is available for Bosnia and Herzegovina  and – is recommended!

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FAQ for Medjugorje Pilgrimage 2024 & 2025

Where do you usually stay in Medjugorje?   Medjugorje hotels and accommodations at Marija’s home can be found here.

Can you provide more information about Medjugore?   Click here for the Story of Medugorje, including Fr. Jozo, the Apparitions, the 5 Stones, or weapons.

Are your guides Catholic?  All of our guides are Roman Catholic!  All our employees are Catholic.  We are the only pilgrimage tour agency with a  Roman Catholic priest on staff!

Do I need an electrical adapter in Medjugorje?   Yes, you will need an adapter in Medjugorje.

How much experience do you have with Medjugorje pilgrimages?

Jimmy’s father organized the very first Medjugorje pilgrimage from the United States.  Jimmy first went to Medjugorje in the very early 1980s.  We have sent very many groups to Medjugorje.

How do I meet up with the group if I make my own flight arrangements? 

If you make your own flight arrangements, we cannot advise you in advance which airport we will be using or the arrival time.  We will make flight arrangements approximately 60 days in advance of the pilgrimage tour start date.  Consequently, make your own flight arrangements well in advance to obtain a good rate or to use airline points.  

Also, arrival times vary between dates and within pilgrimages.  If you make your own flight arrangements, we can arrange a private transfer from Mostar, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik, or Split Airports to the group hotel for $129 per person with a minimum of 2 persons.  We can also arrange a return transfer to the airport at the end of your pilgrimage for $129 per person.  We recommend using our transfer service because they are known and trusted drivers.  As soon as you have your flight information, email Marcelle .

How can I find the latest Medjugorje Message?   Click here for recent Medjugorje Messages.

Do you offer any other pilgrimages to Medjugorje? Yes! Click for the Medjugorje – Rome Pilgrimage Tour

Do you have FAQs for airlines, passports, vaccinations, travel insurance, tipping, packing, mobility, and others?   Yes. FAQ for all Catholic Journeys Pilgrimage Tours

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Beautiful Medjugorje pilgrimage! Everything was perfect! The travel arrangements, the accommodations and the most holy spiritual experience of being in Medjugorje was beyond perfect! Thank you Catholic Journeys for all the work put into these Pilgrimages.

This marked my third pilgrimage with Catholic Journeys, following my initial experience a decade ago in Medjugorje, a pilgrimage to the Holy Land two years ago, and a Medjugorje pilgrimage last month. Each pilgrimage has proven to be a truly unforgettable experience.

I can genuinely attest that this recent pilgrimage to Medjugorje was nothing short of perfect. Our group visited Apparition Hill, walked through fields each morning to attend Mass, and I discovered my preferred adoration chapel – the Oasis of Peace. I am forever grateful that I took this Catholic journey, it brought true joy to my life and I enjoyed every second of it.

The accommodations at Marija’s Magnificat Center were delightful, and the staff was courteous and very helpful. I enjoyed the meals and the overall stay.

The profound sense of peace that enveloped me during this last journey was truly remarkable. I am eager to return, and I would do so without any hesitation. I will never forget this trip, it has truly impacted my life for the better.

Sr. Mary Kim

Hi Jimmy and Catholic Journey Staff, Thank you so much for the opportunity to have a pilgrimage to Medjugorje. I did have a great experience – peace and joy filled with the encounter of Our Lady of Medugorje’s presence. Surely, I am and have been blessed with this grace-filled pilgrimage to Medjugorje to complete my Golden Jubilee as a Religious Sister, the Bride of Christ. May God continue to bless you and your staff for the great work in preparing the times, good opportunities for people to have a deeper relationship with God and His dear our Mother Mary. Wishing you, Fr. Paul, Marcelle, and Hannah and your staff a very Mary Christmas and Happy, grace-filled and good health for the New Year. Love and prayers, Sr. Mary Kim

This pilgrimage to Medjugorje was one of my greatest experiences. Everyone got along greatly. Our guide was excellent as usual, Terri Smith was fantastic sharing her experience and the group itself shares stories and makes comment on WhatsApp. I was able to celebrate Mass with my group and con-celebrate daily. I really enjoyed myself as I think I will have new friends for life. I highly recommend this Medjugorje pilgrimage tour and hope to go back one day.

Our recent Pilgrimage to Medjugorge was delightful and filled with signs from God and blessings from Our Mother. All of our flight schedules worked out perfectly and the proximity of Hotel Villa Mia was an excellent choice as it is adjacent to the St.James Catholic Church campus. Jimmy and the staff at Catholic Journeys went out of their way to join us up with their existing pilgrim group even though we booked a month prior to the event. As always I hated to leave that heavenly realm of Medjugorge. Thanks for this spirit-filled Medjugorje pilgrimage.

Todd St.Romain

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But how it fits into the 44-song three hour and 15-minute Eras tour is anyone's guess. And we won't find out until she resumes the tour on May 9 in Paris. I'll be there.

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Whether or not she's incorporating the era has already been decided. Swift is 13 steps ahead . She plans her moves years in advance. There is a two-month break from the tour and she has been spending time in Los Angeles. Her team of dancers have not been as active on social media possibly because they're rehearsing a new set. Or maybe it's a coincidence?

The simplest path would be to absorb some of the the 31 songs into the acoustic set that comes after "Bad Blood" during the "1989" era. Swift has used the 2024 surprise songs to play mash-ups on the guitar and the piano. It's when she makes announcements and it's a custom gift to concertgoers and fans watch in envy on livestreams from around the world.

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More likely, she will add a "Tortured Poets" set. The show is segmented, allowing a new era to squeeze in. She could open the show with the new era, although "Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince's" opening line is a perfect opening for an artist who has released seven albums and hasn't seen fans: "It's been a long time coming." She could end the show with the set, but "Karma" is a good show closer.

Cue the confetti. If she ends the tour with "Tortured Poets," I'm guessing "I Can Do It With a Broken Heart" is the closer.

The writing shines bright like Swift's glittering sequin stars which is reminiscent of and relative to "Folklore" and "Evermore." For the flow of the concert, it makes more sense to not place "Tortured Poets" next to these albums. The show flows with a narrative that spans almost two decades with highs and lows of energy. Two areas that could be good: after "Reputation" and before "Speak Now" or after the secret songs and before "Midnights." Maybe she dives into the stage to swim to the an asylum of typewriters and tormented thoughts.

The four eras with the most amount of songs are the latest records she owned that aren't re-records: "Lover" (six songs), "Folklore" (seven songs), "Evermore" (five songs) and "Midnights" (seven songs). Will she follow that flow? Will she cut songs from these eras?

I could see her performing the lead single "Fortnight," title track "The Tortured Poets Department," Eras Tour song "I Can Do It With a Broken Heart," "Down Bad," "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me," "thanK you aIMee" and "So High School."

Swift holds the answer key. Sixty-nine shows are left on the recording shattering magnum opus for 2024.

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After the first 36 holes of the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head, South Carolina, four players are tied for the lead at 11 under : Collin Morikawa, Tom Hoge, J.T. Poston and Sepp Straka.

In all, nine players are at or within three shots of the lead.

Scottie Scheffler, the No.1-ranked player in the world fresh off his second Masters win, is 8 under after a second-round 6-under 65.

Rory McIlroy is one back of Scheffler at 7 under, while defending champion Matt Fitzpatrick is five back of the lead at 6 under.

The purse at the RBC Heritage is $20 million with $3.6 million going to the winner. The winner will also receive 700 FedEx Cup points.

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From tee times to TV and streaming info, here’s everything you need to know for the third round of the 2024 RBC Heritage. All times listed are ET.

Saturday tee times

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ESPN+ is the exclusive home of PGA Tour Live . You can also watch the RBC Heritage on Golf Channel free on Fubo . All times ET.

Saturday, April 20

Golf Channel/ Peacock : 1-3 p.m

CBS: 3-6 p.m.

Sirius XM: 1-6 p.m

ESPN+ : 7:15 a.m.-6 p.m

Sunday, April 21

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