Lourdes, France

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!

This pilgrimage is open to new registrations!

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