Saint Francis of Assisi

OCTOBER 13-21, 2008

Fr. Paul Montminy, pastor of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Manchester, and Fr. Ray Labrie, pastor of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Litchfield, are planning a pilgrimage to Fatima, Lourdes, Paris and Nevers Our trip will take us to Fatima where Our Lady appeared to Lucia, Jacinta and Francisco in 1917.  We will explore the Basilica and see the tombs of these visionaries.  We will then travel to nearby Spain to visit Burgos, known as the cradle of the Castile region.  Day 5 will take us to Lourdes, France where the Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette in the Grotto of Massabielle.  All travelers will be able to take part in the beautiful candlelight procession.  During our tour of Parish, we will see the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal and view the incorrupt body of St. Catherine Laboure.  Our tour includes seeing some of the most beautiful and important churches in the world, such as Notre Dame and Sacred Heart of Montmartre.  The last day of our stay will take us to the Loire Valley to pray at the tomb of St. Bernadette.  Our farewell dinner will be enjoyed at the Eiffel Tower with breathtaking views of the “City of Lights.”  Per person Rates: Double $3,289; Single $3,689.  For more information, or for a flyer, please contact Fr. Paul or Fr. Ray at 622-4966. 

**There will be an information night on Monday, April 28, at 7pm at St. Catherine of Siena Parish in Manchester