Shrine Pilgrimage

Join us for a special parish Shrine Pilgrimage
Saturday, May 4th!

The Catholic Catechism recognises the value of pilgrimage as a chance for Catholics to nurture and work on their faith. The Catechism states: Pilgrimages evoke our earthly journey towards heaven and are traditionally very special occasions for renewal in prayer (Catholic Catechism 2691). We have so many inspiring and historical opportunities here in Pittsburgh to deepen our faith. This is the journey of Catholic life.  Any pilgrimage made reflects the image of the great pilgrimage of our life.  These are the moments where we step out of our comfort zone, out of our daily routine, to encounter the living God.  Pope Benedict said, “To go on pilgrimage really means to step out of ourselves in order to encounter God where he has revealed himself, where his grace has shone with particular splendor and produced rich fruits of conversion and holiness among those who believe.  Beginning with our baptism, we are on a pilgrimage through this temporary homeland, our eyes set on our heavenly home." 

Please click here to register.

FAQ's 

How much does this cost?  It is $45 a person or $65 a family. You can pay cash or check and can be dropped off or mailed in to the parish office to the following address:
Saint Aidan Paish
attn: Ashley Dillon
10090 Old Perry Highway
Wexford, PA 15090
Checks are made payable to "Saint Aidan Parish" memo Shrine Pilgrimage.

What does this price include? The price covers transportation, church tours and dinner after the 4pm Mass. Price does NOT include lunch. Lunch will be on your own in the strip.  See lunch note below.

What should we wear? Make sure you wear approperate and comfortable clothing.

Is this for all ages? Yes! But if any child under the age of 18 attends without a parent or a guardian, they must have a persmission slip.

What time will we be leaving St. Alexis? 7:00 am sharp!

How will we be traveling? By bus. The bus will pick up and drop us off at each church.

Will there be Mass? Yes, we will celebrate a private Mass at St. Stanislaus Church the first church stop.  

Will we have time for lunch? Yes, after our second church tour at St. Patrick’s you will have some free time to go grab lunch where you would like. You will be free to go wherever you would like. We will put in a reservation at for those of you would do not want to go off on your own. Just let us know when you register. Please make sure you are back on the bus in time to head to the next church. 

When will we return? We will get back for the 4:00 pm Mass at St. Alexis and we will wrap up our pilgrimage with a Pizza, wings and salad dinner in the Faith Formation Cafeteria.

*If you have a serious food allergy (dinner) please notify Ashley Dillon at [email protected] by Wedneday, May 1st.

If a child under the age of 18 will be attending without a parent or guardian, you will need to sign a permission slip. 

Where can I find a permission slip for my child? Click Here! You can download and email or drop off the filled out form with your payment.

For any questions please contact Ashley Dillon at [email protected] or at 724-935-4343 ext. 220.

 

Pilgrimage Prayer:

God our Father, Be with us on our pilgrim journey of faith. Give us the grace and courage to step forward in faith and hope on the road ahead. Lord Jesus, Open our eyes to see your face in all those we encounter. Open our ears to hear your voice in those who are often ignored. Amen.