Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock Takes Place on Sunday 31 May
There are now just five weeks to go until our annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine, which will take place on Sunday 31 May, the final Sunday of May.
Each year, pilgrims from across the diocese make the journey to Knock for a variety of reasons. For some, it is an opportunity to give thanks and mark important milestones such as birthdays, anniversaries or special family occasions. For others, it is a quieter journey shaped by grief, remembrance or a need for prayer during difficult times. Many simply come seeking peace, healing and renewed hope.
Knock Shrine has long been a place where people bring both the joys and burdens of life before God. Whether you are returning again this year or considering making the pilgrimage for the first time, all are welcome.
This year is particularly significant as it marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Basilica of Mary Queen of Ireland, which was officially opened in 1976. This milestone offers an opportunity to reflect on the countless pilgrims who have visited Knock over the past five decades and the many prayers offered there.
We would love to see every parish in the diocese represented on the day. Parish groups and individuals are encouraged to begin making arrangements now, including organising coach transport where possible. If you are interested in attending, please contact your parish for further information.
Priests and deacons are also warmly encouraged to attend and support pilgrims from their parish communities.
As we prepare for this year’s pilgrimage, we entrust all those travelling to the care of Our Lady of Knock.
Our Lady of Knock, pray for us.
St Joseph, pray for us.
St John, pray for us.
Knock Pilgrimage Director: Canon Benny Fee
Cloghog Road, Clonoe BT71 5EH, Telephone: 028 877 49184