The Walk to Mary started in 2013. In its first year there were 350 pilgrims participating in the journey. In 10 years (2023), it has grown to over 5,500 pilgrims coming from 44 different states. We have even had pilgrims [...]
There will be three masses - one at 12:30pm primarily for the families and individuals who are doing the Walk with the Children, one at 3:30pm for anyone who wants to attend mass but must leave early. And, the regular [...]
Are the buses able to accommodate wheel chairs? Pilgrims who require wheel chairs have participated in the pilgrimage. There are buses available to accommodate and transport people with wheel chairs. We encourage you to contact us via the “Contact Us” [...]
It typically will take from 7:30am (the start of the pilgrimage) to 3:00pm-ish to get to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. Of course, it could take a bit longer assuming you are walking slower than the group [...]
The first thing you will need to do is pick up your lapel pin and medallion (if this was the first time you completed the pilgrimage) as you enter the Shrine grounds. These are wonderful souvenirs. Masses are held at [...]
The entire journey of 22 miles is certainly a challenge for everyone, especially children. However, many children have walked the entire route. Some families bring strollers or burleys to assist their children should they get tired. Like adults, children should [...]
Will we be able to cross Hwy 57 with the stroller in the bus? Yes, many parents and grandparents bring strollers for their children. You will be able to store the stroller in compartments under some of the buses. Make [...]
No, we don’t allow people to ride bikes nor do we allow people to run the route the day of the Walk to Mary. This is not a sporting event. This is a walking spiritual pilgrimage. In our Walk to [...]
It would be nice to know if you changed your mind about your starting point. Via the “Contact Us” section of the website you can send us a message indicating your change.
We prefer that registration take place before the day of the pilgrimage. However, in very rare cases we will accept registration on the day of the Walk to Mary.
Adele Brise never swayed from her mission to teach the children the Catholic faith, no matter the hardship. She carried the messages of salvation, healing and grace on the back of her perseverance. This awe-inspiring determination continues to captivate the faithful, guiding them to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion on their spiritual journeys. It is the Walk to Mary’s intention to continue the mission she started. Using the school kits provided as a starting point, Catholic schools are using the Walk to Mary as a fundraising opportunity, like Adele, supporting Catholic education. In addition to that, it is the intention of the Walk to Mary that any excess funds (after all expenses to support the pilgrimage are paid for) will be used to assist in teaching our children the faith.
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