Sicily with Father Donald Calloway

About this sermon

Father Donald Calloway, MIC is inviting you to an extraordinary pilgrimage to Sicily during one of the most beautiful and grace-filled times of the year—from December 27, 2026, to January 4, 2027. Celebrating both the Christmas season and the New Year in Sicily, this pilgrimage offers a rare opportunity to encounter sacred history, deep Marian devotion, and vibrant Catholic culture alongside Father Donald and his mother. Led in partnership with 206 Tours, a trusted Catholic pilgrimage provider Father Donald has worked with for over twenty years, every detail of this journey is carefully guided with prayer, reverence, and fidelity to the Church. The pilgrimage begins in Palermo, where pilgrims will visit the Cathedral of the Assumption of Mary amid the lights and beauty of Christmas. From there, the journey includes venerating the relics of Blessed Giuseppe Puglisi, visiting the Capuchin Catacombs, and ascending to the stunning mountain sanctuary of Saint Rosalia. Additional highlights include the Cathedral of Santa Maria Nuova in Monreale, the coastal beauty of Cefalù, welcoming the New Year in Palermo, and traveling to Catania to visit the Cathedral of Saint Agatha. Pilgrims will also journey to Syracuse to venerate Saint Lucy, explore the island of Ortygia, and visit towns rich with history, breathtaking churches, and views of Mount Etna. Pilgrimages are moments of conversion, prayer, and renewal—times to step away from the noise of daily life and allow God to work deeply in the soul. As Scripture reminds us, “Stand at the crossroads and look around; ask for the ancient paths… and walk in it” (Jer 6:16; NABRE). Please prayerfully consider joining Father Donald and his mother on this unforgettable pilgrimage. Full details, including travel information and registration, are available at FatherCalloway.com. Simply scroll to find the Sicily pilgrimage.

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