Magazine for February 2012
Coventry Pilgrimage
To be a pilgrim is to undertake a journey of spiritual purpose…..
we invite you to be a Coventry Pilgrim.
What is it?
We are inviting you to walk to Coventry Cathedral on the evening of Palm Sunday, 1st April 2012. We will be using the way-marked “Coventry Way”, an established circular footpath, and following the Sherbourne river into the City Centre – around 50 miles in all. You could also walk from your home or church. There will also be a route from the south of the Diocese.
What is it for?
Celebration of Peace & Reconciliation – as part of the Golden Jubilee of our Cathedral in 2012 a cross of nails, Coventry’s symbol of peace and reconciliation, will be carried from church to church. Prayer – walk and talk with God, share the evening Pilgrim Services at churches along the way.
When is it?
It’s up to you. What sort of pilgrim will you be?
Strollers: A short walk each evening and slightly longer walks on Saturday and Sunday. Starts on Monday 26th March. We’ll make sure you can get back to your car or bus.
Striders: The complete Coventry Way and Sherbourne Walk in a weekend. Starts on Friday evening 30th March. Basic sleeping accommodation provided. Quite a challenge. (Advance registration essential).
Saunterers: As much of the whole route as you like, at your own pace, take as long as you like. You don’t even have to finish by 1 April.
Who is it for?
Everyone, church-goer or not, who wants to participate in a Christian pilgrimage is welcome. If you are in a walking group or a youth group leader why not register a group for the weekend challenge?
Website: Coventry Pilgrimage pages at:
www.sherbournetrust.net
email: thecoventrypilgrimage@yahoo.co.uk
Coventry Pilgrimage Planning Group,
c/o 1 Hill Top, Coventry, CV1 5AB
Telephone: 07938 403290