Exploring the Marian Shrines of France and Poland

Exploring the Marian Shrines of France and Poland

There are places in Europe where faith feels stitched into the landscape. France and Poland hold some of the most powerful Marian shrines in the world, and walking into them isn’t like walking into a museum. They’re alive—candles flickering, processions winding...
Poland’s Divine Mercy Pilgrimage: Honoring St. Faustina

Poland’s Divine Mercy Pilgrimage: Honoring St. Faustina

When people think of pilgrimage, they often imagine walking ancient roads in Spain, visiting Rome’s basilicas, or embarking on a trip to the Holy Lands. Yet for countless Catholics around the world, Poland holds a special place on the map. It is the homeland of St....
From Paris to Lourdes: Catholic Pilgrimages Across France

From Paris to Lourdes: Catholic Pilgrimages Across France

When people talk about pilgrimages, the mind often goes straight to Spain and the Camino de Santiago. But France has its own powerful routes, and for Catholics, the stretch from Paris down to Lourdes can feel like walking through centuries of prayer. It’s not just...
Exploring Lourdes: A Journey of Faith and Healing

Exploring Lourdes: A Journey of Faith and Healing

Nestled in the foothills of the French Pyrenees, the small town of Lourdes has become one of the most visited pilgrimage destinations in the world. Known for its miraculous waters and the apparitions of the Virgin Mary reported by Saint Bernadette Soubirous in 1858,...
Chartres Cathedral: Walking the Labyrinth of Faith

Chartres Cathedral: Walking the Labyrinth of Faith

Visiting Chartres Cathedral, located about 50 miles southwest of Paris, is more than just stepping into a Gothic masterpiece—it is an invitation to journey inward. Among its stained-glass windows, soaring arches, and relics, one feature captures the attention of...