The Oblate Pilgrimage to Lourdes - since 1883
The Missionary Oblates were the first group to organise pilgrimages to Lourdes from Britain and Ireland and have been organising pilgrimages to Lourdes since 1883. Every year pilgrims join us from Ireland, Britain and the Channel Islands. Some 100 Assisted Pilgrims, who require a special level of care and comfort, accompany the other pilgrims and stay in the Accueil Notre Dame.
In coming to Lourdes, we follow in the footsteps of many thousands of pilgrims from all over the world who have come here before us, carrying with them – as we do – their hopes, burdens and dreams.
The Author:
Learn more about the Oblate Youth Service and how it has developed over the years since it's foundation in 1987. Read about the story of St Eugene de Mazenod who founded the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate in 1826. Explore more about the mission, vision and values of the Oblates and how they continue to live the message of St. Eugene de Mazenod in their day to day lifes.