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A Holy Door is a symbol of oneness with the Universal Church. The Holy Door is closely linked to a pilgrimage experience. It’s a symbol of human life, of our terrestrial journey towards eternity during which we encounter God in every step of the way. Passing through the Holy Door during the Jubilee of Mercy means we are learning to face our personal problems as well as the world’s problems and go through them while hearing the call of God. (Notre-Dame de website)

Join Father Kenneth C. Brabazon, for a pilgrimage to the shrines of the Northeastern U.S. and in honor of the Jubilee Year of Mercy, co-sponsored by the Parish of the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul and Catholic Life Institutes.

2016 Pilgrimage $1225.00 per person, double occupancy Single occupancy based on availability for additional cost Deposit of $100.00 pp due by May 1, 2016 The practice of pilgrimage has a special place in the Holy Year, because it represents the Additional deposit of $500.00 pp due by July 1, 2016 journey each of us makes in this life. Life itself is a pilgrimage, and the human being is Final payment due August 1, 2016 a viator, a pilgrim travelling along the road, making his way to the desired destination. Similarly, to reach the Holy Door in or in any other place in the world, everyone, Price based on payment by check or cash. Credit Card payment each according to his or her ability, will have to make a pilgrimage. This will be a sign incurs a 3% service charge. that mercy is also a goal to reach and requires dedication and sacrifice. May pilgrimage be an impetus to conversion: by crossing the threshold of the Holy Door, we will find the strength to embrace God’s mercy and dedicate ourselves to being merciful with others as Please make check payable to: the Father has been with us. Catholic Life Institutes Misericordiae Vultus Bull of Indiction Of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy #14. P.O. Box 1173 Pottstown, PA 19464 Pilgrimage for the Extra0rdinary For additional information please call: Teresa Zubert 610-223-4191 Jubilee Year of Mercy [email protected]

Father Ken Brabazon 215-561-1313 Shrines of United States and Canada [email protected] August 21 -28, 2016 As your promoters, we have outlined your program and supplied the best services available. We cannot be held liable for any injury, damage, $1225.00 per person, double occupancy loss, and delay or for expenses due to delays or charges beyond our control.

Itinerary

Thursday, August 25, 2016 – Breakfast at Madonna Inn. Depart for Old Quebec Sunday August 21, 2016 – Depart Philadelphia via Hagey Coach for the National City. Celebrate Mass. Visit Notre-Dame de Quebec, the mother parish of all Shrine of the Divine Mercy, Stockbridge, MA. Rest stop & lunch on your own Catholic parishes in Canada & the USA. We will walk through the only permanent along the way. Mass, Divine Mercy Chaplet, outdoor shrines. Group dinner at Holy Door in . Guided walking tour of old Quebec City. Time for local restaurant. Overnight in Lenox, MA. shopping & lunch on your own. Group dinner & overnight at Madonna Inn.

The National Shrine of the Divine Mercy is a ministry of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate th Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the authentic promoters of the message of The Divine With its cobblestone streets & untouched Old Town, dating to the 16 century, Quebec City is Mercy. perched above the scenic St. Laurence River. Known for its old-world charm, Quebec City is not only the sole fortified (walled) city in North America, but also home to the oldest Catholic parish on the Continent – Basilique Notre-Dame-de-Quebec – dating back to 1647. We’ll also take in the Monday, August 22, 2016 - Breakfast at hotel. Depart Lenox with a stop at the historic sites of Vieux-Quebec, walking along ancient streets & the boardwalk by the river before Shrine of the North American Martyrs, Auriesville, NY. Celebrate Mass at the dining at some of the city’s finest restaurants. shrine. Cross border into Canada. Lunch on your own. Late afternoon arrival at St. Anne de Beaupré Shrine. Group dinner and overnight at the Basilica Inn, Friday, August 26, 2016 – Breakfast at Madonna Inn. Depart for Montreal with a St. Anne De Beaupré, Quebec. stop at St. Francis Xavier Mission, Tomb of St. Kateri Tekakwitha in Kanawake.

The Shrine of the North American Martyrs is located in Auriesville, formerly known as the Visit St. Joseph Oratory, the largest church in North America, founded by St. Andre. Mohawk village of Ossernenon. During the 1640’s three French Jesuit missionaries – Father Celebrate Mass; pray the Stations of the Cross & light candles in the beautiful Votive Isaac Jogues and his two lay companions, René Goupil and John Lalande – were killed by the Chapel. Group lunch. Free time. Overnight at hotel in Montreal. Mohawks while bringing Christianity to the New World. Montreal is considered one of the most cosmopolitan cities in North America. From renowned museums to world-class shopping, Montreal – a blend of contemporary & traditional – has something for everyone! Canada’s largest French-speaking city is known for its surprising Tuesday, August 23, 2016 – Breakfast at Basilica Inn. Tour St. Anne de Beaupré architecture – centuries-old buildings nestled among skyscrapers that are designed with a sense Shrine – Basilica, Immaculate Conception Chapel, Memorial Chapel, and of whimsy. Scala Santa. Visit St. Joachim Church. Group Dinner. Evening Mass and Candlelight Procession. Overnight at Basilica Inn. Saturday, August 27, 2016 – Breakfast at Hotel. Visit Mary, Queen of the World The Basilica is a Sanctuary dedicated to Saint Anne, mother of Mary and grandmother of Cathedral, a scaled down replica of St. Peter Basilica. Celebrate Mass. . The entire ceiling mosaic of the Basilica describes the life of Saint Anne. It tells the story Visit Notre Dame de Montreal Basilica. Celebratory group lunch in Montreal. of her life, the life of a Jewish woman in that era. It speaks of her virtues and also illustrates to Free time in Old Montreal. Overnight at hotel in Montreal. us her glorification.

Sunday, August 28, 2016 – Breakfast at Hotel. Depart for Philadelphia. Lunch & dinner on your own. Arrive Philadelphia late evening.

Wednesday, August 24, 2016 – Breakfast at Basilica Inn. Depart for A Passport Book or Passport Card is required Montmorency Falls. Group Lunch. Continue to Our Lady of the Cape Shrine, for travel to Canada. Trois-Riviéres. Tour the Basilica, Chapel, Miraculous Statue & Bridge of the Rates include: Private luxury motor coach from Souderton and Philadelphia. Daily Mass. Rosaries. Evening Mass & Candlelight Procession. Group dinner & overnight at Local English speaking guide in Quebec City. Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner as noted in Madonna Inn. the itinerary. Accommodations at hotels & retreat centers. All tips & gratuities & The Shrine of Our Lady of the Cape, built during the early 18th century, is a national pilgrimage admission & sightseeing charges with the group. site. This cape is also one of Canada’s most beautiful treasures,with scenic waterways, beaches, Rates do not include personal expenses, meals unless noted & beverages with meals. & waterfalls. Travel insurance is available for purchase at your own expense.