26 June- 2 July 2026
The annual pilgrimage to Lourdes is the highlight of the year for many of those who are regular pilgrims. This year I would like to invite you to consider joining us. The story of Lourdes – the place where miraculous cures happen- is well known. The latest, the seventy second, was recognized in 2025. Perhaps less well known are the many small miracles that occur. People find comfort and consolation, a renewal of their faith, and inner strength despite not receiving the grace of a complete, instantaneous cure. I have witnessed this many times when I accompanied pilgrims as a doctor on the pilgrimage.
Our Lady, the Blessed Mother, leads us to her Son, the fount of every blessing. At Lourdes we meet as a diocese with our Bishop and clergy, with old friends, and new ones, and worship, celebrate, and socialise together.
Each year a team of doctors, nurses, male and female helpers, aided by the wonderful young people of the Hallam Youth Pilgrimage have the privilege of accompanying our assisted pilgrims on what many find to be a life changing experience. Perhaps this year you could come as a helper? Or maybe you are wondering if could be an assisted pilgrim, and unsure whether the pilgrimage is suitable for you? In either case you could get more information by a calling…01302 247910 or emailing…[email protected] Bookings at www.tangney–tours.com/hallam The cost is £1010, for flights from Leeds Bradford, full board, six nights, travel insurance and transfers in Lourdes included. Dr Russell Brynes KSS Hallam Lourdes Pilgrimage Director
