Each year the Western Association of the Order of Malta goes on pilgrimage to Lourdes, France. As part of our mission to help the poor and the sick, we invite those who are sick, affectionately called
Malades, to join us on pilgrimage.
There is no cost for the selected malade or to your parish for this pilgrimage. Airfare, hotel and meals in Lourdes are paid for by the Order of Malta for the
malade. They receive about 150 applications each year; out of those, about 50
malades are selected
. In the past, who have selected both religious and lay people, children, teens and adults.
The parameters for your nomination are below: A candidate must be a Catholic with a strong faith dimension. As such, a pilgrimage to Lourdes would be meaningful in their lives. They must be currently dealing with a
serious health issue or a
life-changing illness. Please keep in mind that the trip from the West coast to Lourdes is a long and strenuous trip.
Nominees should be physically able to make the trip. The health and well-being of the
malades are our primary concern; the pilgrimage dates should not interfere with any ongoing treatment. Nominations should be received by
Nov. 20, 2016. Contact Fr. Matt ([email protected]) for a nomination form.
Thedates for the 2018 Lourdes Pilgrimage areMay 1-9. 2018