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Archdiocese of Santa Fe

Pilgrimages for Vocations

New Pilgrims Orientation

2013


Agenda

1. Preliminary Activities • Attend mass at nearest Parish

• Registration

2. Welcome and Introductions

3. What is Pilgrimage?

4. History and Overview

5. Reflection of Year’s Theme

6. What it means to be a Peregrino or Guadalupana Testimonies from Veteran Pilgrims

7. Review of Handbook

8. Break

9. Spiritual Preparation

10. Physical Preparation

11. Final Announcements

12. Questions & Answers


Preliminary Activities (for regional/group orientation)

Attend mass at local Parish

• Presentation will begin after the mass

Registration

• Sign-in sheet

• Snacks


Welcome and Introductions (for group orientation)

Welcome

• Welcome and introduction by person(s) giving presentation

• Opening Prayer

Presentation is intended for Pilgrims that have walked less than 2 years

Introduction of new Pilgrims

• Participants give name, home parish and number of years walked

Disclaimer: • This presentation is a brief overview of the information presented in the

Handbook and is not inclusive of all aspects of Pilgrimage. Please read the

Handbook for more in-depth information. To access the Handbook please go to

the following link: http://www.pilgrimagesforvocations.org


What is a Pilgrimage?

…a journey, esp. a long one, made to some sacred place as

an act of religious devotion.

Universal form of prayer

Practiced since 2,000 BC

Islam –Mecca (the Hajj)

Judaism – Jerusalem (wailing wall)

Baha'i Faith – Baghdad, Iraq

Hinduism - Gaya

Sikhism – The Golden Temple

Buddhism - Lumbini

Wailing Wall

Golden Temple

Mecca

Tibetians in full-body prostration

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Christian Pilgrimages Around the World

Rome

Jerusalem

Santiago de

Compostela, Spain

Fatima, Portugal

Lourdes, France

Mt. Athos, Greece

St. Catherine’s

Monastery, Mt Sinai

Lourdes

Fatima

St. Peter’s Basilica Santiago de Compostela

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Apostle, St. James the Great (Santiago de Compostela)

Patron Saint of Spain (Remains are held in Galicia, Spain)

3rd most holy town in

Roman Catholicism

Feast Day 25 July

Pilgrimage known as

“by way of St. James”

•485 miles

Scalloped shell

• symbol of pilgrimage

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New Mexico: Pilgrimages for Vocations

Sponsored by Archdioceses of

Santa Fe

Dedicated to prayer and sacrifice

for God's will in all vocations

especially priesthood and religious

life.

Pilgrimage destination

• El Santuario de Chimayo, in

northern New Mexico

•Known as “Lourdes of America”


History

1972: Began in Estancia w/Fr. Michael O’Brien

•Young men were promised a fishing trip for helping paint the church,

…they chose to make a pilgrimage to Chimayo instead.

1973: 40 men young/old from the Estancia valley and

Mountainair; it was a huge success.

1975: 1st group from Taos began walking (North)

1976: Bicentennial year for nation, 350th for La Conquistidora

•1st year that a staff was formed and held a staff retreat.

•1977: 1st Northern Pilgrimage from Ranchos de Taos.


History, cont’d

1978: 2nd Northern Pilgrimage from Costilla

•1st Encuentro at villages of Costilla and Cerro (5:00 am)

1979: Guadalupanas began walking

•encouraged by Fr. Luis Jaramillo, and direction of Sr. Rosina Sandoval

1980: Developed new leadership (350 participants)

•Fr. Michael O’Brien 1st Spiritual Director

• Deacon Donald Martinez 1st Rector

•1st peregrino to become priest (Joe Vigil),

•1st peregrino to become bishop (Fr. Art Tafoya)


History, cont’d

1982: Routes from East and West were added

• Routes now formed a “cross”

•Guadalupanas did not walk

Fr. Mike, Fr. Steve Rosera and Fr. Phil Herndon took over

• 1989 Southwest Route added (Fr. Herndon)

1989: Fr. Ed Savilla became Overall Spiritual Director

• 4-routes were discontinued

1990: Women returned to Pilgrimage (Northern Route)

• Men came from South

One route was added each year until 4 routes were complete,


Pilgrimage Structure 2013 PILGRIMAGES FOR VOCATIONS Organization

Leadership 2010

Overall Spiritual Director (Father Ed Savilla)

Overall Rector (Deacon Don Martinez)

Local Area Leaders Steering Committee Area Coordinators

June Pilgrimage Routes and Leadership

Role SOUTH

(Estancia) SOUTHWEST

(Albuquerque) WEST

(Chama) NORTH

(Costilla) EAST

(Bernal)

Spiritual Director

Camella Duran Kateri Lopez Pedro Villegas David Duran Malaquias Rael

(tentative)

Rector(a) Viola Baca Barbara Lopez Roman Lopez Andrew Duran Jonathon Rael

(tentative)

Mothers Day Pilgrimage Routes and Leadership

Role Cordova Holy Family

Chimayo Pojoaque Las Trampas

Rector(a)

Darlene and Gerald Espinoza

Isaac and Deacon Miguel Salazar

Dennis Martinez Gloria and Andrew

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Local Area Leaders

Local Area Parish Local Leader Contact Number

Albuquerque

Southern Group Robert and Kathy Maldonado (505) 975-4021

Southwestern Group Tina Trujillo (505) 831-2440

Westside Jonathan and Melissa Rael

Arroyo Seco La Santisima Trinidad Romaine Miera (505) 776-8343

Arroyo Hondo Our Lady of Sorrows Olivia Ortiz /Gloria Gonzales (575) 779-1268/776-2306

Chama and the Valley St. Patricks Steve Rendon (575)756-2481

Chimayo/Cordova Holy Family Church Barbara Vigil/ Florida Martinez (505) 351-4579/ 351-4356

Dixon/Velarde St. Anthony J. Tom Sena (505) 852-4663

El Rito San Juan Diana Jaramillo (505) 581-4413

Espanola Valley Santa Cruz de la Cañada,

Sacred Heart

Dennis Martinez (505) 927-8067 / 753-6040

Eugene Lopez (505) 852-4712

Las Vegas All Parishes Vacant

Mora St. Gertrude Michael Leyba (505) 387-6787

Moriarity Our Lady of Mount Camel Joann Romero (505) 281-2295

Peñasco San Antonio de Padua Gabriel Gonzales, Jr. (505) 587-2031

Questa / Costilla / Cerro St. Anthony Deacon Marcus Rael (505) 586-0382

Ranchos de Taos San Francisco Jacki Salazar / Carmela Duran (575) 613-2839 / 751-4886

Ohkay Owingue San Juan Isaac Salazar (505) 753-3189

San Luis San Luis Julie Gallegos (719) 672-3092

Taos/Taos Pueblo Our Lady of Guadalupe Stephanie Rivera (505) 758-2340

Deacon Donald Martinez (505)758-3839


2013 May Pilgrimage (Mother’s Day Pilgrimage)

Typically held the Saturday

before Mothers Day

• Saturday May 11th

Routes / Starting Points

• Pojoaque (11 mi)

• Las Trampas (18 mi)

• Cordova (5 mi)

• Holy Family Church

Chimayo (2.5 mi)

Truchas

Las

Trampas

Cordova

Chimayo

Holy

Family

Pojoaque


2013 June Pilgrimage

Distance approx 100 mi.

June 2-8, 2013

Men’s Routes

• EAST, Bernal

• WEST, Chama

• NORTH, Costilla

Women’s Routes • SOUTH, Estancia

• SOUTHWEST, Abq

South

(Estancia)

Southwest

(Albuquerque)

Santa Fe

Chimayo

East

(Bernal)

Los

Alamos

Taos

Peñasco

Española

West

(Chama)

North

(Costilla)

Las

Vegas

Tierra

Amarilla

Jemez

Pueblo

Mora

Bernalillo

Questa

Pojoaque

Abiquiu

Moriarty

Galisteo


Reflection of this Years Theme

• “You did for me” - Matthew 25:40


What it means to be a Peregrino or Guadalupana

Short summary of commitment/dedication to being a Peregrino or

Guadalupana • One year commitment; Start Dec 12, finish Dec12 of following year

• Etc..

Speakers • Veteran walkers give their testimony


Review of Handbook - Requirements

Applications are due by December 12th (dia de Guadalupe)

Must belong to and be active in a local group

May Pilgrimage (Mothers Day Pilgrimage)

• 10 years of age on day of Pilgrimage

• 10-13 years old must have adult* sponsor walk with them

• Attend scheduled Day of Recollection with local group

June Pilgrimage

• 13 years of age on day of Pilgrimage

• 13-17 years old must have adult* sponsor walk with them

• Attend Retreat

• Attend Formation Session

• Complete a 20-mile practice walk

Participants over 18 must attend the following training: • Abuse Awareness Training for Adults: Creating a Safe Environment for our Children

* Adult defined as 18 years of age or older.


Review of Handbook – Requirements, cont’d

Training- Abuse Awareness Training for Adults: Creating a Safe Environment for our Children

Date Time Location

February 23, 2013

Saturday 9:00 am – Noon Catholic Center

March 21, 2013

Thursday 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Catholic Center

April 13, 2013

Saturday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church

Velarde, New Mexico

April 18, 2013

Thursday 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Catholic Center

May 4, 2013

Saturday

9:00 am – Noon

Catholic Center 4000 St. Joseph Pl. NW

Albuquerque, 87120

Call Annette: 505.831.8144


Review of Handbook – Dress Code

Hats must be worn while walking

• If wearing a baseball cap a bandana may be used to cover the neck

• Wide brim hats are recommended

• Men: no hats inside buildings, churches, and while eating (unless outside)

Shorts are permitted at certain times while walking and resting at end of

day

• Long pants or sweats (that come down to the ankles) must be put on before

walking through towns, eating meals, and prior to Encuentros and before entering

into any Church.

Spandex pants are not allowed while walking or in any church.

Shirts can have long sleeves for protection and must be worn at all times

• No tank tops, spaghetti straps or sleeveless shirts


Review of Handbook – Checklist

Jewelry is not allowed.

• If body piercing is visible, remove or cover it/them

All clothing free of writing or images deemed inappropriate on

Pilgrimage

Bedding material

• sleeping bag/blanket, pillow, foam pad/air mattress, or cot

Clothing

• Hat, 2-pairs of socks/day, rain pancho/coat, extra pair of shoes

Toiletries

• Deodorant, towel/wash cloth, soap/shampoo, toothbrush & paste


Review of Handbook – Checklist

Other items

• Rosary, Pilgrims Guide/Bible, Sun glasses

Your medical needs

• Prescription meds,Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Advil, Pepto Bismol/Tums ..etc..

Prevention and foot care

• Blister kits, mole skin, 2nd skin, ..etc.

**refer to the Handbook for a more comprehensive list of items,

your Route Rector(a) will provide a complete list at the Retreat or

Formation Session.


Review of Handbook – Symbols

The Guia (Procession Cross)

• Carried at the front of the procession and reminds

us who the Leader, Lord and Savior is.

• Throughout the day each pilgrim should be given

the opportunity to carry the Guia.

Overall Logo

• The Guadalupana is the symbol for the

Pilgrimages for Vocations

Theme

• Chosen every year

Image

• The image of our Lady of Guadalupe reminds us

of our devotion to our Lady and is carried after the

Guia while walking

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Heart and Hands Puzzle

• Symbolize the different cultures and directions

of the pilgrimage. A piece of it goes to each

route in June and is carried to Chimayo where

the pieces are assembled during the closing

rituals prior to Mass.

• The puzzle piece is carried right after the

Guadalupana.

Shell

• Ancient symbol of pilgrimage from Santiago de

Compostela, in Spain.

Image of our Lady of

Guadalupe



Order of symbols carried during pilgrimage procession

1. Guia

2. Image of our Lady of Guadalupe

3. Heart-and-hands puzzle piece

4. Soil Bag

5. Prayer Petitions Bag

(1)

(2) (3) (4) (5)

Soil Petitions

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Review of Handbook – Rituals

Blessing after meals

• One group thanks the hosts; group members place tokens of appreciation in the

hands of the hosts.

• All route members sing the “Blessing Song” for our hosts

• SD requests a blessing from the hosts, all kneel and bow heads.

• Group that gave blessing may shake hands or hug their host as begin to leave.

• Always show gratitude for what is served and take only what you can eat.

Soil from each community (“..for dirt you are, and to dirt shall you return.” Gen 3:19)

• Rector will request a small amount of sacred soil which will be used during the

closing ritual on Saturday morning.

• Soil is a sign of the people and their ancestors are with us in spirit.

Prayer Petitions • Petitions from the pilgrims’ communities are brought to the starting point and joined

with petitions from other communities

• Pilgrims will pray for each of the intentions on the petitions throughout the week

• All petitions will be presented at the closing mass at the Santuario to be offered-up

and prayed over


Review of Handbook – Rituals (cont’d)

Deep Bow • Used in many rituals around the world,

• Represents “dying and rising to a new life”

• Done at beginning and end of each days’ walk.

Angelus • Prayed daily at 6:00 am, 12:00 noon, and 6:00 pm

Prayer • Adoration of the 5-Most Precious wounds of Christ (in route binder)

• Suggested that each pilgrim pray while carrying the guia.

Letter to Priests (Sunday evening) • We write a letter to thank them for their priestly vocation.

• We are praying for their needs and invite them to the Closing Mass on Saturday

Pilgrims Guide (provided to each pilgrim) • Source of prayers and music

• Must have at all times during Pilgrimage


Review of Handbook – Typical Daily Routine

Rise and Pack Up

Morning Prayer

Breakfast

Begin Walking

Angelus (6:00 am)

Walk

Lunch

Noon Angelus

Walk

Arrive at Destination*

Showers and rest

Mass or Communion Service (usually

at 5:00 pm)

Angelus (6:00 pm)

Dinner

Evening Prayer

First Aid - take care of your feet &

ailments

Evening Activity

Night Prayer

Lights out (usually by about 9:00 pm)

*in some instances you may arrive at your

destination before lunch


Review of Handbook – Daily Routine (cont’d)


Review of Handbook – Daily Routine (cont’d)

More Notes:


Review of Handbook - General Information

Safety is our #1 concern!

• Especially while walking along highways.

• On narrow roads or congested areas stay with your small group and in

single-file.

Causes for early dismissal from pilgrimage • Alcohol / Drugs

• Fighting

• Physically unable to continue (excessive rides)

If a pilgrim falls behind by ¼-mile he will be taken back to the line. If he

falls behind by ¼ mile again he will ride in the truck the remainder of the

day. The leadership team will evaluate the status of the situation. When

it has been confirmed that the pilgrim cannot continue walking, the

spiritual director will call the family and make arrangements to be picked

up on site. His pilgrimage continues by joining his group at the

Santuario for mass. (known as the ¼-mile rule, please refer to the

Handbook)


Review of Handbook - General Information (cont’d)

No electronic devices

• Cell phones

• iPods

• Electronic games

• Watches

Pilgrimage is not part of your normal daily activities; you get

away from the situations and people that you interact with

on a routine basis.


Spiritual Preparation

Pilgrims Guide and Bible

• Every pilgrim will receive one

• Collection of prayers and music that guide the pilgrimage journey

• New Testament Bible will be provided (pocket-size)

Participate in your hometown Parishes’ Lenten and Holy

Week activities • Stations of the cross

• Holy Week activities

Attend mass weekly

Go to confession (great way to begin preparation)

Pilgrimage is a year-long journey


Physical Preparation

Preparation is necessary for Mothers Day Pilgrimage and

more so for the week-long June Pilgrimage

Practice walks • Mandatory for June

o At least one 20-mile practice walk

o Begin daily preparation walks 3-4 months prior to pilgrimage to

increase in length one month prior to pilgrimage

Know your body! • Learn how your body responds to physical stress

• Learn to self-treat your blisters, rash, .etc…


Physical Preparation (cont’d)

Stay hydrated! (drink lots of water) • You will already be dehydrated by the time you feel thirsty

• Avoid muscle cramps/spasms, heat stroke

• Your brain is the organ that takes the longest to get rehydrated

• Wear a hat (mandatory)

Shoes/socks • Break-in new shoes at least one month before pilgrimage

• Your feet will swell, get shoes ½ -1 full size larger

• Have an extra pair of shoes

• 2-pairs of socks per day

o Change when they become moist

Take the time to be well prepared physically to allow for greater

spiritual growth during pilgrimage


Final Announcements/Upcoming Schedule

Abuse Awareness Training for Adults

Mothers Day Pilgrimage • Day of Recollection Sun April 13, coordinated by local area groups

June Pilgrimage • Retreat Sat. March 16, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Church of the Ascension

(5:00 pm mass) 2150 Raymac Rd. SW, Abq

• Formation Session Sun May 19, 1:00 pm- 6:00 pm Our Lady of

Guadalupe,Taos

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