Pilgrimage

Question 1

what is a pilgrimage

Answer 1

a journey to a holy place

Question 2

why go on a pilgrimage

Answer 2

• connect with god through prayer
• dedicate time and attention to god
• seek spiritual, emotional or physical healing
• show sorrow for sin
• help them feel part of a community
• pray for themselves and the sick
• show thanks to god

Question 3

quote from Luke ( Jesus parents passover)

Answer 3

‘every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the festival of passover ‘

Question 4

what does the catechism state on pilgrimages , quote

Answer 4

’ pilgrimage evoke our earthly journey towards heaven and are traditionally very special occasions for renewal in prayer’

Question 5

what is one of the most popular pilgrimage for Catholics

Answer 5

lourdes , located in France

Question 6

what happened to Bernadette in lourdes

Answer 6

Mary appears to a young girl called Bernadette soubirous . Mary told her to dig for a spring , which is believed to have healing qualities