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 Lourdes 150th Anniversary My dear friends, It gives me great joy to invite you to join me for an unforgettable pilgrimage to Lourdes on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Our Lady's apparitions to Bernadette. In this place, for nearly 150 years now, the call of Our Lady to prayer and repentance still reverberates powerfully. I am looking forward with deep joy to the sesquicentennial and I hope that you can join us to share in what promises to be a truly remarkable experience of faith. Cardinal McCarick INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS
Round trip airfare from New YorkAccommodations for 5 nights in superior tourist class hotels Breakfast and dinner daily Jubilee Registration Fee- Lourdes Transfer to and from the international airports Two half day walking city tours Full day tour to Biarritz and St. Jean de LuzSpiritual celebrations Lectures by Fr. John Catoir Welcome Mass celebrated by Cardinal Mc Carrick International Mass by the Augustinians of the Assumption Celebrate the Feast of the Assumption Special candlelight procession |
| Call (800) 999-1216 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6428422 | | Regina Tours | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | New York | New York : Depart New York area airport and enjoy dinner and breakfast served aboard the overnight flight. | | Day 2 | Lourdes | Lourdes : Arrive Lourdes via Pau, Lourdes or Toulouse by air or directly to Lourdes by TGV train. Upon arrival, you will be met by your tour escort / guide and private motor coach for transfer to your hotel in Lourdes. In the afternoon, participate in an orientation walking tour of the Shrine, including the three basilicas. Our opening Mass, celebrated by Cardinal McCarrick, will take place this evening. After dinner you may wish to participate in the International Rosary and Candlelight Procession. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes. | | Day 3 | Lourdes | Lourdes : This morning's Mass will include the Worldwide Assumptionist Family in an outdoor venue. Following Mass, take part in a walking tour of Lourdes, "The Footsteps of St. Bernadette", which includes visits to the Boly Mills where St. Bernadette was born; the Locale Mill, residence of her parents; the "Cachot", formerly used as a jail where she lived at the time of the Apparitions; the Chapel where St. Bernadette received her First Holy communion; and the Parish church containing the Baptismal Font where she was baptized. Today's seminar presentation by Fr. Catoir will focus on "Mary, Cause of our Joy." Once again, you may wish to join the Rosary and Candlelight Procession. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes. | | Day 4 | Lourdes | Lourdes : After breakfast, participate in the International Reconciliation Service followed by Mass in one of the local chapels. Fr. Catoir will present his second talk: "Joy, the Keynote Message of Christianity." Some free time this afternoon for personal meditation, devotion or relaxation. Tonight, after dinner at your hotel, the Assumptionist Family will hold their Candlelight Procession to which all are invited. | | Day 5 | Lourdes | Lourdes : An International Mass for all pilgrims will be celebrated this morning, the Feast of the Assumption. Balance of day is free with time for personal devotion and reflection OR participate in an optional excursion to Pau (at additional cost) via the Valley of Betharram. A stop at the Shrine of Lestelle Betharram will be made before continuing to Pau, capital city of the Bearn Region. In the afternoon a visit to the wonderful Castle of Henry IV, a masterpiece of the Renaissance Style, will be included. Return to Lourdes for dinner and overnight. This evening, Fr. Catoir will present his final talk on "Living the Gospel Joyfully." | | Day 6 | Lourdes | Lourdes : Depart for full day excursion to Biarritz and St. Jean de Luz. Biarritz, located on the Bay of Biscay, is in Basque country and boasts a spectacular coastline and beautiful panoramic views. Visit St. Martin's Church, view the Virgin on the rock and other sites in this resort city before continuing on to St. Jean de Luz. A beautiful seaside resort and active fishing port not far from the Spanish border, Saint Jean de Luz is a cosmopolitan town with a medieval background. Its Moorish influence is reflected in the mixture of architecture, old World charm, old buildings, fishing port and narrow lanes. All in all, a revisit to the Middle Ages. Return to Lourdes and special "farewell" Mass celebrated by Cardinal McCarrick to fulfill our Sunday obligation. After dinner you are once invited to participate in the candlelight procession. Overnight in Lourdes. | | Day 7 | New York | New York : Depart for airport this morning for your return flight. Arrive U.S. same day. |
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