Pilgrimage Archives – Defenders of the Catholic Faith

Join us where it all began – St. Augustine Florida with Steve Ray and Al Kresta

Post author:Steve Ray
Post published:September 23, 2021
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We had such a great time in St. Augustine earlier this year, we have already planned another pilgrimage in November. The first town established in America, the first Catholic parish,…

Farewell Dinner, Final Comments and Tearful Good-byes

Post author:Steve Ray
Post published:September 16, 2021
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The final dinner together is always a bittersweet experience. We have had a good time together for eight days and it’s fun to recall all the highlights in the new…

Lourdes Day 2 Footprints of St. Bernadette

Post author:Steve Ray
Post published:September 15, 2021
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Relaxed morning; we didn’t even set the alarms. After a nice French breakfast we went to the Crypt in the Basilica for Mass (homily here). Then our walking tour following…