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Christine Newton RIP It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Christine Newton, whose funeral took place on Monday 6th January 2025 in Holy Cross Parish in Edinburgh. Christine travelled to Lourdes with the Archdiocesan Pilgrimage as a supported pilgrim, and her daughter Rosie is one of the nurses on the Pilgrimage medical team. Christine's funeral was attended by family, friends, parishioners, colleagues and many Lourdes pilgrims. Christine will be greatly missed and our thoughts go out to all who mourn her. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon her; and may she rest in peace. Amen Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for her Saint Bernadette, pray for her "Lord, for your faithful people, life is changed, not ended"

Changes to Helper Structures In 2025, we’re making some changes to the structure of our helper teams. These changes are based on feedback from helpers and are designed to better meet the needs of our supported pilgrims. We will be transitioning from our current arrangements to a role-based structure. There will be several new teams, and all helpers will be asked to consider which team they feel they are best suited to. Click on the buttons below to see a description of the duties for each role. Once you've reviewed the information, kindly click the button below to complete a form which lets the organising committee know your helper group preferences: If you have any questions or would like to discuss the options further, please don’t hesitate to contact David Bald at 07816 761922. Transport Team Healthcare Team Saint Frai Team Other Information Submit my Group Preferences Top Transport Team There will be two groups working within the Transport Team. The first group, which will be a larger team will concentrate on transporting supported pilgrims to and from wherever they need to go. This may be to a Mass or ceremony, to a social event, cafe, or shopping. Helpers on this team will work around the pilgrimage programme so the daily shift pattern will vary depending on the programme. The main duty is pushing wheelchairs and pulling voitures (purpose build carriages). This task requires helpers to be able to cope with the physical demands of this work. The second group will be a smaller team and will involve supporting the helpers who are transporting pilgrims by coordinating the movement in and out of the Saint Frai centre. This may involve reserving a lift, or matching up helpers with supported pilgrims in the loading bay. Back to Top Transport Team Healthcare Team The Healthcare Team is comprised of registered doctors, nurses and care assistants and provide care to our supported pilgrims. Back to Top Healthcare Team Saint Frai Team The Saint Frai team supports the work that is done in caring for our supported pilgrims in the Saint Frai Centre The work may involve assisting the medical team with personal care, cleaning of the wards and related areas, or assisting pilgrims in the refectory. Helpers on this team may choose to be involved in one or more of these duties (care, cleaning or refectory) depending on their skills and preferences. The rota structure on this team will likely be more fixed than the Transport Team, for example: Day 1 early to 1pm & 8pm to end of day Day 2 1pm until 8pm Please note that work in the Saint Frai does not restrict people on this team to the Saint Frai itself as they would also take part in the full pilgrimage experience and so may get involved in others tasks - for example assisting pilgrims at Mass, and socialising with pilgrims in cafes and at the excursion. Back to Top Saint Frai Team Other Information Helpers will be asked to stipulate their first and second preference for the team that they would like to be part of. The organising committees will do their best to accommodate all helper preferences but may also need to assign helpers to a different team in order to ensure appropriate care for supported pilgrims. It is envisaged that most young helpers will be involved in the Transport team but it may also be possible for helpers to gain experience in other teams should they wish to do so. It is also important to note that helpers who are part of one team will also be involved in the wider range of general duties - for example, socialising with supported pilgrims, helping at the airport, and giving out water at Mass. Back to Top Other Information

Lourdes 2026 Questions Lourdes 2026 Welcome to the 2026 Information Page This page will be your "go to" place for information on the Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes in 2026. Please check back regularly and we will add content and news when it is available. Please select an item to view Pastoral Theme 2026 Pilgrimage Programme Travel Package Helper Information Questions

Lourdes Pilgrimage Edinburgh - Preparation Day 2024 Preparation Day 2024 Details for the Preparation Day 2024 Date Sunday 9th June 2024 Location St Augustine's RC High School 208 Broomhouse Road Edinburgh EH12 9AD Registration Time 10.00. For first time helpers 10.45. For existing helpers Programme 10.00. Registration for New Helpers 10.15. A typical day in Lourdes (new helpers) 10.45 Registration for existing helpers 11.00 Introductions for all helpers 11.15 Workshop groups - 2 rotations 12.15. Lunch 13.00. Workshop Groups - 2 rotations 14.00. General Induction points 14.15. Looking after Yourself 14.30. Helper Groups (Ladies, Men & Medical) 15.00. Mass (Canon James Tracey) 15.30. Closing comments, thanks & questions Workshop Groups The workshop group rotations at 11.15 and 13.00 are: Communication Infection Control Moving & Handling Caring for people in Lourdes Helpers will be allocated to groups Catering Please bring your own lunch. Light refreshments (tea, coffee, squash and biscuits) will be provided. What to wear Dress code is casual. Please dress comfortably for the day. Some activities will be outside, so please also consider the weather on the day. Attendance Attendance at the Preparation Day is mandatory for helpers. Attendance for registered nurses and doctors is not mandatory but is encouraged. If you are unable to attend, please email us at enquiries@edinburgh-lourdes.com or get in touch via the contacts page . Questions If you have any questions please email us at enquiries@edinburgh-lourdes.com or get in touch via the contacts page .

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Canon John McAllister RIP It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of our beloved Fr Mac who died on the morning of Saturday 10 December 2022. Fr Mac had a strong devotion to Our Lady of Lourdes and travelled to Lourdes on Pilgrimage for many years. He was involved in the organisation of many Pilgrimages and was a member of the Hospitalité and Pilgrimage Committees. He was also an honorary chaplain of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. Fr Mac will be greatly missed by the whole Lourdes community and we pass on our condolences to his family, friends, pilgrims, parishioners and brother priests. Rest in Peace Fr Mac. Fr Mac's funeral will be held on Friday 6 January 2023 at 12noon in St Margarets RC Memorial Church in Dunfermline.

Bernadette Barry - Medal To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Announcement: "It gives me great pleasure to let you know that the Archbishop wishes to recognise the invaluable contribution that Bernadette Barry has made to our Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimages and Committees over many, many years. Bernadette has been awarded the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice medal. This is given for distinguished service to the Church and is very well deserved. The medal was awarded to Bernadette during the February Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes in St Cuthbert's on 2nd February. Canon James Tracey Pilgrimage Director

Lourdes 2026 Pastoral Theme Pastoral Theme 2026 "Hail, Full of Grace " Click on the icon below to view a PDF file which gives full details on the 2026 theme. Return to Lourdes 2026 Page THEME-2026.pdf

Lourdes 2025 Pilgrimage Lourdes 2025 Welcome to the 2025 Information Page This page will be your "go to" place for information on the Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes in 2025. Please check back regularly and we will add content and news when it is available. Pilgrimage Programme The Pilgrimage Programme is always subject to change. The most recent version is available to download (PDF file) Pilgrimage Programme Lourdes Pastoral Theme 2025 The theme for 2025 is "With Mary, Pilgrims of Hope ". If you would like to read more about the theme for 2025 please click here to download a document from the Lourdes Sanctuary. Travel Package In 2025, Tangney Tours have provided the Travel Package. Tangney Tours will make the package available when it is ready and we will signpost you to the package details from this website Pilgrimage Package Helpers 2025 If you plan to be a helper in 2025 then we invite you to complete a helper declaration. Click here for more information Questions I f you have any questions please get in touch via the contacts page on this site