Pilgrimage 2025

Wednesday 16th July 2025 - Pilgrimage to Schoenstatt Shrine, Talus Drive, Mt Richon. 

The day began in Emilia House and a warm welcome by Sr Lisette. Opening prayers were recited while Fr Grant Gorddard heard confessions. The purpose of this day was a Pilgrimage of Hope in this Jubilee "Year of Hope". Mass was then held in the Shrine with the beautiful singing of hymns to Our Lady being heard across the property. Forty legionaries and guests attended from across Perth to this beautiful Shrine site of the Schoenstatt Sisters. The Shrine sits amongst the trees with wildlife roaming freely on the edges of Armadale and being an integral part of the St Francis Xavier parish. After morning tea, Sr Lisette lead us through a beautiful reflection on the Risen Lord in "The Way of Light". Members read the 14 moments that the Risen Lord appeared and the proclamations given. I for one, felt calm and stillness during the reflection, considering playfully the message Jesus gave us and how I could then go on to share with others. We broke for a shared lunch and then closing prayers, about 14 members enrolling in the Brown Scapula and farewells. Our sincerest gratitude to Sr Lisette and Fr Grant for making this a very special day.Being a member of the Legion has added depth to my life, given me a second family and an opportunity to connect with my parish members in a meaningful way. I am sure that everyone who attended this day, went away refreshed and renewed.

Comments from the day - Beautiful day, Loved the reflection activity, my first time at an event like this, the Shrine is amazing, loved meeting other legionaries.