The tradition of the pilgrimage on foot, promoted in the month of May, by the Archdiocese of Sorrento – Castellammare di Stabia, to the Marian Sanctuary of Pompeii, has been renewed. The rain did not stop hundreds of faithful who set out this night to reach the Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin; Upon arrival, more than 2000 faithful took part in the celebration presided over by Monsignor Francesco Alfano.
“The bad weather didn’t discourage us, on the contrary. The obstacles and difficulties we encounter along our journey remind us that no matter what condition we are in, we can continue to pray. Together, tonight and even now, let us pray not only for ourselves but also for those who are not used to doing so, bringing the joys and sorrows of the whole world to the Lord. We prayed together with Mary, let us learn from her to trust in God, let us abandon ourselves in the arms of the Father like children do. Together with Mary we experience the motherhood of the Church and remember what it means to have. a child’s heart. May prayer always make us pilgrims of hope” – Don Franco, during the homily on Saturday 25 May 2024.
