New Pilgrims Orientation 2013

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1 Archdiocese of Santa Fe Pilgrimages for Vocations New Pilgrims Orientation 2013 Slide 1 of 37

2 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 Slide 2 of 37

3 Preliminary Activities (for regional/group orientation) Attend mass at local Parish Presentation will begin after the mass Registration Sign-in sheet Snacks Slide 3 of 37

4 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: Slide 4 of 37

5 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 Wailing Wall Practiced since 2,000 BC Islam Mecca (the Hajj) Judaism Jerusalem (wailing wall) Baha'i Faith Baghdad, Iraq Tibetians in full-body prostration Mecca Hinduism - Gaya Golden Temple Sikhism The Golden Temple Buddhism - Lumbini Slide 5 of 37

6 Christian Pilgrimages Around the World Rome Jerusalem Santiago de Compostela, Spain Fatima, Portugal Lourdes, France Mt. Athos, Greece St. Catherine s Monastery, Mt Sinai St. Peter s Basilica Lourdes Santiago de Compostela Fatima Slide 6 of 37

7 Apostle, St. James the Great (Santiago de Compostela) Patron Saint of Spain (Remains are held in Galicia, Spain) 3 rd 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 Slide 7 of 37

8 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 Slide 8 of 37

9 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: 1 st group from Taos began walking (North) 1976: Bicentennial year for nation, 350 th for La Conquistidora 1 st year that a staff was formed and held a staff retreat. 1977: 1 st Northern Pilgrimage from Ranchos de Taos. Slide 9 of 37

10 History, cont d 1978: 2 nd Northern Pilgrimage from Costilla 1 st 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 1 st Spiritual Director Deacon Donald Martinez 1 st Rector 1 st peregrino to become priest (Joe Vigil), 1 st peregrino to become bishop (Fr. Art Tafoya) Slide 10 of 37

11 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, Slide 11 of 37

12 During Pilgrimage Preparation Pilgrimage Structure 2013 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 Rector(a) Viola Baca Barbara Lopez Roman Lopez Andrew Duran Mothers Day Pilgrimage Routes and Leadership Role Rector(a) Cordova Darlene and Gerald Espinoza Holy Family Chimayo Isaac and Deacon Miguel Salazar Pojoaque Dennis Martinez Malaquias Rael (tentative) Jonathon Rael (tentative) Las Trampas Gloria and Andrew Rendon Slide 12 of 37

13 Local Area Leaders Albuquerque Local Area Parish Local Leader Contact Number Southern Group Robert and Kathy Maldonado (505) Southwestern Group Tina Trujillo (505) Westside Jonathan and Melissa Rael Arroyo Seco La Santisima Trinidad Romaine Miera (505) Arroyo Hondo Our Lady of Sorrows Olivia Ortiz /Gloria Gonzales (575) / Chama and the Valley St. Patricks Steve Rendon (575) Chimayo/Cordova Holy Family Church Barbara Vigil/ Florida Martinez (505) / Dixon/Velarde St. Anthony J. Tom Sena (505) El Rito San Juan Diana Jaramillo (505) Espanola Valley Santa Cruz de la Cañada, Sacred Heart Las Vegas All Parishes Vacant Dennis Martinez (505) / Eugene Lopez (505) Mora St. Gertrude Michael Leyba (505) Moriarity Our Lady of Mount Camel Joann Romero (505) Peñasco San Antonio de Padua Gabriel Gonzales, Jr. (505) Questa / Costilla / Cerro St. Anthony Deacon Marcus Rael (505) Ranchos de Taos San Francisco Jacki Salazar / Carmela Duran (575) / Ohkay Owingue San Juan Isaac Salazar (505) San Luis San Luis Julie Gallegos (719) Taos/Taos Pueblo Our Lady of Guadalupe Stephanie Rivera (505) Deacon Donald Martinez (505) Slide 13 of 37

14 2013 May Pilgrimage (Mother s Day Pilgrimage) Typically held the Saturday before Mothers Day Las Trampas Saturday May 11 th Routes / Starting Points Pojoaque (11 mi) Las Trampas (18 mi) Cordova (5 mi) Holy Family Church Chimayo (2.5 mi) Holy Family Chimayo Cordova Truchas Pojoaque Slide 14 of 37

15 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 West (Chama) Jemez Pueblo Abiquiu Southwest (Albuquerque) Tierra Amarilla Española Los Alamos Bernalillo Peñasco Chimayo Pojoaque Santa Fe Galisteo Moriarty South (Estancia) North (Costilla) Questa Taos Mora Las Vegas East (Bernal) Slide 15 of 37

16 Reflection of this Years Theme You did for me - Matthew 25:40 Slide 16 of 37

17 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 Slide 17 of 37

18 Review of Handbook - Requirements Applications are due by December 12 th (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 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 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. Slide 18 of 37

19 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 March 21, 2013 Thursday 9:00 am Noon Catholic Center 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, Call Annette: Slide 19 of 37

20 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 Slide 20 of 37

21 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 Slide 21 of 37

22 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, 2 nd 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. Slide 22 of 37

23 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 Slide 23 of 37

24 Review of Handbook Symbols 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. Image of our Lady of Guadalupe Shell Ancient symbol of pilgrimage from Santiago de Compostela, in Spain. Slide 24 of 37

25 Review of Handbook Symbols (1) 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 (2) (3) (4) (5) Soil Petitions Slide 25 of 37

26 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 Slide 26 of 37

27 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 Slide 27 of 37

28 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 Slide 28 of 37

29 Review of Handbook Daily Routine (cont d) Slide 29 of 37

30 Review of Handbook Daily Routine (cont d) Slide 30 of 37

31 Review of Handbook Daily Routine (cont d) More Notes: Slide 31 of 37

32 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) Slide 32 of 37

33 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. Slide 33 of 37

34 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 Slide 34 of 37

35 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 Slide 35 of 37

36 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 Slide 36 of 37

37 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 Slide 37 of 37