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Several join national eucharistic pilgrimage in Abilene
ABILENE, Texas () – A cross-country Catholic movement made its way to Abilene. The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, a large turnout of the faithful, stopped to hold mass. This procession began on May 18 in Indianapolis, Indiana. It made 11 stops before arriving in Abilene from Fort Worth. According to organizers, this event continued from last year as a national outpouring of joy and community for the nation's religious. Deacon Eduardo Castillo of the Diocese of San Angelo told KTAB/KRBC that he is overjoyed to see such participation in what officials have described as a 'grassroots' movement. 'I'm very happy with it. It's the first one in Abilene. They're doing it tomorrow in San Angelo. So as far as the turnout, there's a lot of people from what I see. So hopefully in the future, you have some more,' Castillo said. This event has drawn protests at a few previous stops along the trail. Today's Organizers told KTAB/KRBC that they had made preparations, such as having the Abilene Police Department (APD) on hand. But no such protest took place in Abilene. The pilgrimage will make its way to San Angelo next with six more stops planned in Texas, New Mexico, and California, before arriving at the Diocese of Los Angeles on June 20. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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17-05-2025
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National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will come to Quad Cities; public welcome
A historic cross-country pilgrimage is coming to eastern Iowa this spring, offering a rare and moving opportunity to reflect on faith, community, and the presence of Christ, according to a news release. The 2025 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will pass through the Diocese of Davenport from May 21 to 23, with events planned in Burlington, Mount Pleasant, Washington, Riverside, Iowa City, and Davenport. The pilgrimage, part of a national initiative from the U.S. Catholic Church, is making its way from Indianapolis to Los Angeles. Along the way, participants are walking and praying through cities and towns, stopping for public events that invite people from all walks of life to encounter the heart of the Catholic faith. 'It's a wonderful honor for us to welcome this pilgrimage into our diocese,' said Bishop Dennis Walsh, bishop of the Diocese of Davenport. 'Whether you're Catholic or not, we hope people across eastern Iowa will come out to experience this moment—one that brings people together in hope, prayer, and joy. We encourage everyone to be part of it and share it with their neighbors.' Events will take place across several communities each day. On Wednesday, May 21, the pilgrimage will stop in Burlington, West Burlington, and Mount Pleasant. On Thursday, May 22, gatherings will be held in Washington, Riverside, Iowa City, and Davenport. On Friday, May 23, the final day of the local visit, events will be centered at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Davenport. The pilgrimage is an opportunity to reconnect with something deeper, especially in a world that often feels noisy and divided. Organizers say it is a reminder that we all hunger for meaning, for connection, and for love that lasts. For Catholics, the Eucharist is where we encounter God's love most directly. For someone who hasn't been to church in a long time, or ever, this can be a moment to pause, reflect, and feel a sense of community. Everyone is welcome. If you have ever felt curious about what keeps people going in hard times, or what brings peace to someone's heart, come join us. Walk a little. Listen. You just might be surprised by what you feel, organizers say. Walsh emphasized the potential to bring people together in a time when unity is often hard to find. 'This pilgrimage reminds us that faith isn't just something private — it's something we're called to live out in the world,' he said. 'Walking together, praying together, being present to one another, that's how we show the world what hope looks like.' All events are open to the public. For more information and to register for specific events, visit here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
