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| Poland, Land of Mercy, Land of Saints + Lithuania | Dates: Jul 1st (Tue) to Jul 12th (Sat) 2025 | Registration for this tour is now closed. Details » |
Poland & LithuaniaLands of Mercy, Lands of Saints, Lands of Mary! Departure city: Minneapolis/St. Paul. Other cities may be available at a possible add-on cost. Join us on this amazing Divine Mercy pilgrimage following the lives of great Saints like Saint John Paul II, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. Faustina Kowalska, Blessed Fr. Jerzy Popieluszko, and many others. Immerse yourself in the story of the Divine Mercy by visiting Vilnius, Lithuania, to witness the original Painting of Divine Mercy! Also in Lithuania visit the site of the Apparition of Our Lady of Siluva and the famous Hill of Crosses and the famous icon of Our Lady, Gate of the Dawn! Continue the Divine Mercy Saga in Poland by visiting the Birthplace of St. Faustina and also her Baptismal Church. Pray at the place where she first saw Jesus of the Divine Mercy! Pray a Chaplet where she entered the Convent in Warsaw, and also at the Divine Mercy Shrine (site of the Tomb of St. Faustina). Pray before the original Icon of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Jasna Gora! Visit Wadowice, the birthplace of Saint John Paul II! Visit Auschwitz & Birkenau, the former nazi concentration camps (place where St. Maximilian Kolbe and St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross were martyred). Learn about the life of St. Maximilian Kolbe at the City of the Immaculata in Niepokalanow. Visit the unique Salt Mines of Wieliczka with its underground Church. See for yourself why John Paul II loved his Tatra Mountains by visiting Poland's Zakopane* area. Tours of Warsaw and Krakow are also included and so much more! Chaplain: Fr. Michael Skluzacek, Archdiocese of St. Paul/Minneapolis. Tour Director: Dennis Gaetano, from True Catholic Pilgrimages Pilgrimage is now closed! Register now to join the waitlist!
The most complete Divine Mercy pilgrimage! |
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| Themes: Central Europe, St. John Paul the Great, Divine Mercy, Footsteps of a Saint, Twin Cities Pilgrimages | Locations: Lithuania, Poland | |
| EMERALD FAITH - A Pilgrimage to Ireland | Dates: Jul 14th (Mon) to Jul 25th (Fri) 2025 | Registration for this tour is now closed. Details » |
Emerald Faith
Emerald Faith!Come see for yourself why people fall in love with Ireland! Join us on this most memorable pilgrimage to the Emerald Isle. Learn about the heroic life of St. Patrick, and the firm love for God of the Irish Saints! Enjoy the unequaled natural beauty of one of the most beautiful countries in the planet, as you learn about the resiliency of its people in the midst of its troubled history. "One of the most complete and faithful Irish Pilgrimages" Visit Monasterboyce, Drogheda, Hill of Slane, Downpatrick, Armagh, Sligo - Mass Rock, Marian Shrine of Knock, Westport, Croagh Patrick, Kylemore Abbey, Connemara National Park, Galway City, Cong (The Quiet Man), Lough Corrib Cruise*, Cliffs of Moher, River Shannon Crossing, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Rock of Cashel, Kildare, Glendalough, Dublin and more! As with all of Mater Dei's pilgrimages, a top-notch spiritual program complements the itinerary with daily Mass, rosary, chaplet of Divine Mercy, doctrinal talks and meditations. Our Irish Pilgrimages also come with lots of fun, with Irish story telling, singing, great camaraderie, fish and chips, a pint or two, Irish music and more! Come experience Ireland the Mater Dei way! Join us on this Mater Dei Catholic Pilgrimage to Ireland this July 14 - 25, 2025! $100/person, EARLY ANGEL DISCOUNT, if registered prior to February 21st, 2025! Airport Departure: Either from Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport, Chicago, O'Hare Airport or Orlando, Florida (quorum needed from each location): Non-stop via Aer Lingus. Other cities may be available for an add-on price (very limited). CHAPLAIN: Fr. Robert Pish, Archdiocese of St. Paul/Minneapolis TOUR DIRECTOR: Dennis Gaetano, from True Catholic Pilgrimages
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| Themes: Marian Pilgrimages, Irish Pilgrimages, Footsteps of a Saint | Location: Ireland | |
| Miraculous Italy (Jubilee 2025) | Dates: Aug 11th (Mon) to Aug 22nd (Fri) 2025 | Registration for this tour is now closed. Details » |
Italia Miracolosa"Miraculous Italy" EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES OF ITALY with Our Lady of Loreto, Assisi, Manopello and Rome Every 25 years, the Holy Church celebrates her Jubilee! Join Mater Dei with the amazing Fr. Samuel Martin, from the Diocese of La Crosse, WI) on this amazing and beautiful pilgrimage to Italy visiting unforgettable places like Rome, Assisi (land of St. Francis and St. Clare), Orvieto (Eucharistic Miracle of Orvieto), Siena (St. Catherine and Eucharistic Miracle of Siena), Cascia (St. Rita and Eucharistic Miracle of Cascia) and unforgettable Lanciano (oldest Eucharistic Miracle of the Church)! Also visits to Manopello (Veronica's Veil), the beautiful areas of Abruzzo as well as the Holy House of Nazareth in Loreto and so much more! As with all Mater Dei pilgrimages to Italy, a top-notch visit of Rome and Vatican City is planned! Remember that the most amazing gift of a Plenary Indulgence is offered to those pilgrims (meeting all the traditional requirements) who cross the Holy Doors of Patriarchal Basilicas in Rome! CHAPLAIN: Fr. Samuel Martin, Roman Catholic Priest from the Diocese of LaCrosse, Wisconsin (A veteran of Mater Dei Catholic Pilgirmages) TOUR DIRECTOR: Juan Landa, Mater Dei's president. DEPARTURE CITIES: Chicago O'Hare International Airport - Other airports may be available. Please call for possible add-on price. Optional Bus available from Wausau, Wisconsin to O'Hare Airport. Capacity Reached! Send your registration in anyway to get in the waitlist!! Waitlist is young and chances are you will be confirmed!
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| Themes: Rome, Vatican, and the Holy Father, St. John Paul the Great, Pope Francis, Footsteps of a Saint | Location: Italy | |
| St. Therese & The Shrines of France | Dates: Oct 6th (Mon) to Oct 17th (Fri) 2025 | Registration for this tour is now closed. Details » |
The Shrines of France Join Mater Dei ® and its affiliate, True Catholic Pilgrimages, on an amazing and beautiful pilgrimage through some of France's most beautiful shrines! This pilgrimage features several special visits like Lisieux, home of St. Therese of Lisieux. The pilgrims will also visit important sites of historical and cultural interest like Omaha Beach, the most dangerous D-Day invasion landing area where many brave Americans lost their lives in defense of liberty, and the liberation of France and most of the rest of Europe. Visit the American Cemetery to pay our respects and pray for the souls of these American "martyrs for freedom". Travel across the Normandy region to visit the uniquely spectacular Mont Saint Michel, a place that is sure to leave you with a memorable impression! Travel to Nevers to witness one of the most beautiful "incorruptibles", St. Bernadette, the peasant girl that conversed with The Immaculate Conception! Pray at the site where Jesus of the Sacred Heart appeared and spoke to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, in Paray Le Monial, also the site of her tomb. See the rectory of the Patron Saint of Parish Priests, St. John Vianney, and pray at the parish church where his incorrupt remains are entombed in a glass coffin. The travel to the famous Marian Shrine of Lourdes, where we learn about the apparitions of the Immaculate Conception to St. Bernadette, and walk the "Lourdes of Bernadette". Enjoy a ride on the famous TGV train to Paris where the group will have an opportunity to see the incorrupt St. Catherine Laboure at the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal in Paris, where Immaculate Conception gave young Catherine, the mission of the Miraculous Medal. An unforgettable tour of Paris with special inclusions awaits you! There is much more! But it is easier to read the brochure! Just click on the yellow brochure button above/right for more information.
Departure Airport: Airfare included from Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, or Chicago O'Hare, IL. Other departure cities may be available for an add-on fee.
Spiritual Directors/Chaplains: Fr. Nathan Hastings & Fr. Luke Marquard, from the Archdiocese of St. Paul/Minneapolis.
Tour Director: Dennis Gaetano, from True Catholic Pilgrimages, Mater Dei's affiliate.
Come join us for this unforgettable and unique pilgrimage that is sure to leave a mark on your soul!
Capacity Reached! Send your registration to join the waitlist
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| Themes: Marian Pilgrimages, Lourdes and France, Footsteps of a Saint | Location: France | |
| Poland, Land of Mercy, Land of Saints + Lithuania | Dates: Oct 13th (Mon) to Oct 24th (Fri) 2025 | Registration for this tour is now closed. Details » |
Poland & LithuaniaLands of Mercy, Lands of Saints, Lands of Mary! Departure city: Minneapolis/St. Paul. Other cities may be available at a possible add-on cost. Join us on this amazing Divine Mercy pilgrimage following the lives of great Saints like Saint John Paul II, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. Faustina Kowalska, Blessed Fr. Jerzy Popieluszko, and many others. Immerse yourself in the story of the Divine Mercy by visiting Vilnius, Lithuania, to witness the original Painting of Divine Mercy! Also in Lithuania visit the site of the Apparition of Our Lady of Siluva and the famous Hill of Crosses and the famous icon of Our Lady, Gate of the Dawn! Continue the Divine Mercy Saga in Poland by visiting the Birthplace of St. Faustina and also her Baptismal Church. Pray at the place where she first saw Jesus of the Divine Mercy! Pray a Chaplet where she entered the Convent in Warsaw, and also at the Divine Mercy Shrine (site of the Tomb of St. Faustina). Pray before the original Icon of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Jasna Gora! Visit Wadowice, the birthplace of Saint John Paul II! Visit Auschwitz & Birkenau, the former nazi concentration camps (place where St. Maximilian Kolbe and St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross were martyred). Learn about the life of St. Maximilian Kolbe at the City of the Immaculata in Niepokalanow. Visit the unique Salt Mines of Wieliczka with its underground Church. See for yourself why John Paul II loved his Tatra Mountains by visiting Poland's Zakopane* area. Tours of Warsaw and Krakow are also included and so much more! Chaplain: Fr. John Girotti, Diocese of Green Bay, WI. Tour Director: Juan Landa, from Mater Dei ®
Pilgrimage has reached its capacity! Register now to join the waitlist!
The most complete Divine Mercy pilgrimage! |
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| Themes: Central Europe, St. John Paul the Great, Divine Mercy, Footsteps of a Saint | Locations: Lithuania, Poland | |
| Miraculous Italy (Jubilee 2025) | Dates: Oct 27th (Mon) to Nov 7th (Fri) 2025 | Registration for this tour is now closed. Details » |
Italia Miracolosa"Miraculous Italy" EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES OF ITALY with Our Lady of Loreto, Assisi, Manopello and Rome Every 25 years, the Holy Church celebrates her Jubilee! Join Mater Dei with Fr. Anthony Kersting, from the Diocese of Madison, WI) on this amazing and beautiful pilgrimage to Italy visiting unforgettable places like Rome, Assisi (land of St. Francis and St. Clare), Orvieto (Eucharistic Miracle of Orvieto), Siena (St. Catherine and Eucharistic Miracle of Siena), Cascia (St. Rita and Eucharistic Miracle of Cascia) and unforgettable Lanciano (oldest Eucharistic Miracle of the Church)! Also visits to Manopello (Veronica's Veil), the beautiful areas of Abruzzo as well as the Holy House of Nazareth in Loreto and so much more! As with all Mater Dei pilgrimages to Italy, a top-notch visit of Rome and Vatican City is planned! Remember that the most amazing gift of a Plenary Indulgence is offered to those pilgrims (meeting all the traditional requirements) who cross the Holy Doors of Patriarchal Basilicas in Rome! CHAPLAIN: Fr. Anthony Kersting, Roman Catholic Priest from the Diocese of Madison, Wisconsin TOUR DIRECTOR: Juan Landa, Mater Dei's president. DEPARTURE CITIES: Chicago O'Hare International Airport - Other airports may be available. Please call for possible add-on price. Optional Bus available from Wausau, Wisconsin to O'Hare Airport. This pilgrimage has reached its capacity! SEND YOUR REGISTRATION IN ANYWAY!! Waitlist is open!
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| Themes: Rome, Vatican, and the Holy Father, St. John Paul the Great, Pope Francis, Footsteps of a Saint | Location: Italy | |
| Our Lady of Guadalupe (Special) | Dates: Nov 13th (Thu) to Nov 17th (Mon) 2025 | Details and Registration Form » |
Our Lady of GuadalupeJoin us on a special edition of Mater Dei's most spiritually impacting and inspirational Marian Pilgrimage visiting fascinating places where we learn about the early stages of our faith in the Americas. See the places where evil was conquered under the mantle of the Blessed Virgin Mary! Experience all the beautiful and cultural places of the new world’s largest city, Mexico City, including the home of St. Juan Diego, the remains of Blessed Miguel Pro, Ancient Teotihuacán, and of course, visit twice the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe (twice). See the only true picture of Our Lady that is Supernaturally created!
SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR: Fr. Alex Rasset, Archdiocese of St. Paul/Minneapolis TOUR DIRECTOR: Dennis Gaetano, from True Catholic Pilgrimages, Mater Dei's Affiliate, plus Jesús, our driver, & Guillermo, our Mexican representative and official guide. Airport Departure from: Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport (Included) (Independent air arrangements from other cities may be available for an additional cost)
Send your registration now! 1 bus only! Space likely to disappear before deadline!
Join us to see Our Lady of Guadalupe and so much more!! For US Citizens, only a valid US Passport is required to enter Mexico! |
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| Themes: Our Lady of Guadalupe, Marian Pilgrimages, Twin Cities Pilgrimages | Location: Mexico | |
