Large pilgrimage into the holy blood: 525 pilgrims break up!

Large pilgrimage into the holy blood: 525 pilgrims break up!

The bishop directed the solemn broadcast service, in which he asked for the hike together with several priests and deacons. In his sermon, he spoke about the love of Christ and emphasized the pilgrimage as a big blessing for the diocese of Fulda. He called on the pilgrims to pray for justice and peace during their hike, while they have the opportunity to think about and meditate about their personal experiences. Particularly noteworthy are the time for prayers, such as the rosary prayer, which serves as a possibility for pilgrims to reflect on their lives.

The way to Walldürn

After a first successful pilgrimage day, which ended in Speicherz, the second day began with a youth service in the monastery church on the Volkersberg. The pilgrims made their way over Bad Brückenau, Oberleichtersbach, Geiersnest and Neuwirtshaus towards Hammelburg. A special highlight on the route was the place "Maria in the Green Valley" near Retzbach, which not only offers the pilgrims a spiritual but also a characteristic experience space.

Originally, the term “pilgrims” comes from the Latin “Pergere” and means “beyond the field”. Pilgrim trips have a tradition in various religions, whereby the goal and the concerns are often defined. The pilgrimage to Walldürn is no exception and offers the pilgrims the opportunity to give themselves to a holy place that promises closeness to God. So it is no wonder that this type of travel has played a central role in Christian faith for centuries. In particular, the big churches that were built in sacred places attract believers from near and far, as well as Katholisch.de explained.

upcoming Highlights of the pilgrimage

During the pilgrimage, the pilgrims will visit various services to Walldürn. On Wednesday, the third day of pilgrimage, Bishop Dr. Michael Gerber from Hardheim pilgrimage to the Mercy of Walldürn. In the basilica, a Eucharistic celebration and another highlight will take place in the form of honors of many years of pilgrims, led by Father Josef Bregula, OFM COM, and the pilgrimage management Fulda.

On June 21st and 22nd, the 2nd pilgrimage Sunday will take place with a family Sunday, followed by a variety of other services such as the big blood party and various personal and community devotions. For the pilgrims, these days are not only religious duty, but also an opportunity to experience community and to live faith together.

The participants are already looking forward to the next pilgrimage, because they know: This trip is more than just one way - it is a common, spiritual experience that has deep personal, but also community meaning. The pilgrimage to Walldürn is part of a centuries -old tradition that always brings new life into people's hearts.