All Kinds of Catholic podcast: Walking the Shrewsbury Pilgrim Way
Phil McCarthy • October 23, 2024
At the start of walking St Philomena's Way in the Diocese of Shrewsbury, Hearts in Search of God project lead Phil McCarthy was interviewed by Theresa Alessandro for her All Kinds of Catholic podcast.
The All Kinds of Catholic podcast includes conversations with different Catholics, giving glimpses into some of the ways they are living their faith today. Pope Francis has used the image of a caravan to describe the Church: a diverse group of people travelling on a sometimes chaotic journey together. This image has helped to shape the podcast. Theresa hopes the podcast will encourage, affirm and sometimes challenge listeners. She is too in these conversations. The link to the recording is below.
André Brouillette, SJ, reflects on how pilgrimage is understood theologically.
We live in a time of threats to the environment and social disharmony. How can walking pilgrimage make a positive contribution to addressing these issues?
In this article Frans A. Vossenberg explores the biblical roots of pilgrimage in the story of Abraham and his covenant with God.
Prayers for before setting out on a walking pilgrimage.
Prayers for while you are on the path.
Prayers for use at the shrine or other destination of the pilgrimage.
Prayer and reflection for after the end of the pilgrimage.
How will your pilgrimage change you? How has it been significant in your life?
Phil McCarthy argues that today walking pilgrimage is a sign of hope and of true freedom.
Phil McCarthy, the Hearts in Search of God Project Lead reflects on pilgrim spirituality, drawing on his solitary walk from Canterbury to Rome.
