Lourdes is a beautiful place of prayer in which it is said that the Virgin Mary appeared to Marie-Bernadette Soubirous 18 times. As a place of healing miracles, it has become a popular place of pilgrimage.

The Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle are participating in a pilgrimage to Lourdes from the 24th of July to the 4th of August, 2018. On this pilgrimage, there will be volunteers working to help the functioning of the trip as well as the pilgrims. We are a group of five students from St Anthony’s and St Aidan’s Catholic Sixth Form who wish to attend as volunteers.

Volunteers are working in groups to raise the funds of the trip. We must raise a total of £600 each to cover the costs of accommodation, travel, and insurance; which is £3000 collectively. We have from now until the 23rd of June to raise the funds of our trip, and any donation to our cause would be immensely appreciated.

We would all love to participate in this event, and while we are doing extra fundraising activities, we could do with extra support. Even if you are unable to donate, please share this fundraiser to help us achieve our goal!