Description
A Marian Pilgrimage Across America. A living novena. For My Queen, My Mother, the author chose sacred destinations that reflect the Catholic heritage of the United States.
The nine Marian sites for visits are:
Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, St. Augustine, Florida;
National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, New Orleans, Louisiana;
St. Mary's Mission and Museum, Stevensville, Montana;
Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows, Starkenburg, Missouri;
Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation, Carey, Ohio;
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help, Champion, Wisconsin;
Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs, Auriesville, New York;
House of Mary Shrine, Yankton, South Dakota; and
Our Lady of Peace Shrine, Santa Clara, California.
Even if you can't make a physical pilgrimage, you can still make a spiritual one through an extended guided meditation. Each day you'll learn about a different shrine to Mary: its history, charism, and graces. The author will also guide you to visit a new "place" in your heart, to understand more about yourself and how to open your heart more fully to Mary.
You are not tied to a pilgrimage of nine consecutive days: You can complete the spiritual journey in nine weeks or even nine months. There are reflection questions at the end of each chapter. Paperback, 160 pages.