We certainly don’t want our pilgrims to feel we are not pet friendly, but only “Service Dogs” that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, [...]
There are porta-potties, water stations, and first-aid available along the entire route, every 1.5 - 2 miles.
Where do I need to go? What time should I get there? Pilgrims start and end at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion for the Walk with the Children. The walk begins at the St. Joseph Grotto and [...]
Transportation will be made available to assist Pilgrims who struggle to complete the walk. Prior to our lunch stop, Holy Cross Church/Parish, there are numerous courtesy vans available to assist pilgrims to continue to move forward along our route. At [...]
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 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 [...]
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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