The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton - CAEDM

In The Footsteps Of The Saints Italy and The Vatican In The Footsteps Of The Saints Italy and The Vatican SEP. 14 - 27, 2026
2026-09-14 08:00 - 2026-09-27 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | AB
Spiritual Director: Father Chad Miciak
CITY HIGHLIGHTS: MILAN – VERONA – PADUA – VENICE – BOLOGNA – FLORENCE – PISA – SIENA – ASSISI – CASCIA – ROME – VATICAN CITY – SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO – MONTE SANT’ ANGELO – POMPEII – NAPLES
Info: info@marianathatours.org

Pilgrimage to Poland and Central Europe with Fr. Paul Moret - Oct 17–Nov 3, 2026
2026-10-17 - 2026-11-03
Sacred Journey s : A Pilgrimage Through Central & Eastern Europe
O C T . 1 7 – N O V . 3 , 2 0 2 6
Spiritual Director: Father Paul Moret
17 Touring days/ 18 Travel days | 6 countries | Countless moments of grace
Poland | Austria | Czech Republic | Hungary | Croatia | Bosnia & Herzegovina
Warsaw • Czestochowa • Krakow • Prague • Vienna • Budapest • Zagreb • Medjugorje • Dubrovnik
For more info or To Reserve space, email: info@marianathatours.org
Phone: 1-780-707-1683 Or Download the brochure

Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe & Mexico Shrines w/ Fr. Varghese – Nov 18–24, 2026
2026-11-18 - 2026-11-24
Our Lady of Guadalupe & Mexico Shrines – A Faith-Filled Pilgrimage Through Mexico’s Holiest Cities
A Sacred & Cultural Encounter: Nov. 18 – 24, 2026
Spiritual Director: Rev. Varghese Munduvelil, CFIC
Embark on a 7-day spiritual journey through the heart of Mexico from the world-renowned Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City to the healing springs of Tlaxcala, the mystical apparition site in Ocotlán, and the colonial gem of Puebla. This immersive pilgrimage weaves together faith, culture, and history offering Masses in sacred spaces, moments of reflection, and unforgettable encounters with Mexico’s rich Catholic heritage.
Cities You’ll Visit & Why They Matter:
Mexico City – The Heart of Marian Devotion & Catholic Resistance– Home to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the most visited Marian shrine in the world.
– Venerate the miraculous tilma of St. Juan Diego and pray at apparition chapels.
– Discover sites of martyrdom and resistance at the Holy Family Church, burial place of Fr. Miguel Pro, and the Metropolitan Cathedral.
– Cruise the ancient canals of Xochimilco, remnants of Mexico’s Aztec waterways.
– Visit the Plaza of the Three Cultures, where indigenous, colonial, and modern Mexico meet.
Teotihuacan – Ancient City of the Gods
– Climb the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and walk the Avenue of the Dead.
– Reflect on how ancient spirituality gave way to the message of the Gospel.
Coyoacan – The Artistic and Spiritual Soul of the Capital
– Explore beautiful colonial churches like El Carmen, Santa Catarina, and St. John the Baptist.
– Enjoy the charm of cobblestone streets and colorful culture, where faith and art meet.
Tulpetlac – The Fifth Apparition Site
– Visit the site where the Virgin Mary healed St. Juan Diego’s uncle, revealing her name as Our Lady of Guadalupe.
– Pray at the Church of the Fifth Apparition and the miraculous healing well.
Tlaxcala – Site of Angelic Healing
– Celebrate Mass at San Miguel del Milagro, where St. Michael the Archangel appeared and revealed a miraculous spring.
– Collect holy water from this sacred site of healing and transformation.
Ocotlán – A Tree Aflame with Marian Grace
– Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Ocotlán, where the Virgin Mary appeared in a burning tree to Juan Diego Bernardino.
– Witness the preserved image that has drawn pilgrims for generations.
Puebla – Colonial Glory and Sacred Art
– Walk through Puebla’s UNESCO-listed historic center, known for its Talavera tiles, vibrant markets, and Spanish baroque churches.
– Visit the Chapel of the Rosary, often called the “eighth wonder of the world.”
– Pay homage to Blessed Sebastian of Aparicio, patron of travelers, at the Church of St. Francis.
Spiritual & Cultural Highlights:
– Daily Masses in sacred and historic churches
– Guided visits to multiple Marian apparition sites
– Opportunities for prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal
– Authentic Mexican cuisine, including traditional mole poblano
– Cultural immersion through local art, history, and sacred traditions
