Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes and Youth Section

The Elphin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take from 23rd – 28th 2023.  For all information, costs, accommodation options, to book etc, please visit www.joewalshtours.ie

Assisted Pilgrim Section 

The Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from 23^rd August 2023 to the 28^th August, 2023 inclusive, under the leadership of Bishop Kevin Doran. Pilgrimage Highlights includes Mass at the Grotto, Torchlight and Blessed Sacrament Processions, Anointing of the Sick, Water Ceremony.  Flights ex Knock Airport.

The Pilgrimage includes the Assisted Pilgrim Section.  Those who travel as part of the Assisted Pilgrim Section will stay in Accueil Notre Dame, which is situated near the Grotto and Sanctuary area.  They will be cared for by the Elphin Diocesan Pilgrimage Care Team whilst in Lourdes.  Application forms for the Assisted Pilgrim Section and full details are available from Very Rev. Ray Milton, P.P., Pilgrimage Director, St. John’s, Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon.   (Telephone – 090 6661115).  Closing date for receipt of completed Application Forms is Friday, 16^th June 2023. 

All other enquiries in relation to the Pilgrimage can be directed to Joe Walsh Tours (JWT) at 01 2410800 or email [email protected]

Youth Section of our Pilgrimage

Nominations from parishes throughout the Diocese are being sought for young people to participate in the Youth Section. Nominees aged between 17 and 20 are welcome to participate.  Nominees must be from the parish and over 17 years or over on the 22^nd August, 2023.  Forms are available from your local parish office.  All nominees will be representing their parish and expected to participate fully in the Pilgrimage Itinerary.  Full details are included on the Nomination Form.  Closing date for receipt of completed nominations is the 21st May, 2023.