Annual theme - Pilgrims of Saint Francis

Each year, the Pilgrims of Saint Francis are invited to reflect on a theme. In 2019/2020, we are talking about :

Christian hope

Even if I knew that the world will disintegrate tomorrow, I would plant my apple tree anyway
Martin Luther

Utopia is the daughter of hope. And hope is the DNA of the human race. They can take away everything but faithful hope, as I say in a poem. Now, it must be a credible hope, active, justifiable and acting.
Pedro Casaldáliga

The text of the Annual Theme written by Pedro Sanz :

Annual Theme 2019 Download

In short

The Pilgrims of St. Francis are an international, ecumenical pilgrimage movement seeking peace.

Every year we go on pilgrimage somewhere in Europe. In groups of about 20 people, of all ages, from many European countries, we walk in the countryside for nine days in the spirit of Francis of Assisi, preparing our meals together, staying overnight in very simple accommodation and sharing our faith.

On the way we talk about our responsibilities to society and for the environment, about peace and justice and other issues that concern us. Singing, playing, laughter and adventure are also part of our way.

For more than 90 years we have tried to develop a better understanding of each other, and to practice tolerance so that we can be more understanding and tolerant in our daily live.

Come walk with us !