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Yesterday, many pilgrims arrived in Lourdes ready for the 2024 pilgrimage. Here is just a small part of the Stansted flight at Lourdes airport. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us.

On Saturday, there was training outside the Accueil for any new helper, followed by the Gathering Mass at Saint Bernadette's Church. At Mass, helper's had their hands blessed to prepare them for the week ahead. Watch Bishop Moger's homily here: catholicassociation.co.uk/virtual-pilgri…

On Sunday, the CA took part in the 'International Mass' which was celebrated by Archbishop John Wilson of Archdiocese of Southwark. The International Mass is a great celebration of the many cultures and pilgrimages that come to Lourdes each year.

Remember - you are all in our prayers. Please pray for the CA whilst it is on Pilgrimage. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us.

The Mass on Tuesday took place in the extraordinary setting of the Cite St Pierre. It was also be the annual mass for our Hospitalité. Here are some photos from this very special Mass...

On Monday, we had the pilgrimage “service of reconciliation”. Would it help our pilgrimage/procession if we were to make use of this precious sacrament?" The day concluded with the CA taking part in the Torchlight Procession.

On Tuesday evening, we enjoyed the Youth Service which was led by Fr. James Cassidy (Northampton Diocese). The theme of the service was 'God works through hands of our young people'. The Pilgrimage has always relied on our youth - do you know someone that might be interested in 2025?

If you are not in Lourdes with the CA this year, don't forget to look at our virtual CA page, here: catholicassociation.co.uk/virtual-pilgri… Videos, images and much more... #CA2024 #CatholicAssociation

On Wednesday morning, the Grotto Mass was celebrated by the Archbishop of Archdiocese of Southwark, the Most Rev. John Wilson. You can watch the Archbishop's homily (and view more photos), here: catholicassociation.co.uk/virtual-pilgri… #CA2024 #Lourdes2024 #CatholicAssociation

Later on Wednesday afternoon, some members of the Catholic Association led prayers at the CA vault in the town. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #CA2024 #Lourdes2024 #CatholicAssociation2024

Just a quick thank you to the new CA Comms Team for all their help in getting these images/videos/text and much more organised for the virtual website, Facebook, X and Instagram. Thanks too to Mr. Phil Gibbons of Clifton Diocese who has provided so many videos/images. #CA2024

On Thursday (a very full day), the CA took part in the 'Baths', ‘Service of Anointing’ and the ‘Thanksgiving Mass’ with the Glanfield Children’s Group. Watch videos, look at photos, and much more, here: catholicassociation.co.uk/virtual-pilgri… #CA2024 #lourdes #Lourdes2024 #catholicassociation

What a great week we have had. We hope that all of you back home have enjoyed joining us on here and our website virtually? Help the CA now and in the future: justgiving.com/catholicassoci…