CROSS OF VICTORY PILGRIMAGE
Begins in Burlington to Martyrs Shrine, Midland
Begins in Burlington to Martyrs Shrine, Midland
August 2th – 9th, 2008
"On you depends the future, on you depends also
the end of this millennium and the beginning of the next”
Pope John Paul II
We invite you to join us on an eight-day pilgrimage from Georgetown to the Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland. Our main purpose for walking as a group is to ask God’s forgiveness on behalf of mankind for the sin of abortion. Pilgrims are also encouraged to pray for the intentions of Pope Benedict XVI as well as for their own special intentions during this journey.
The late great Pope John Paul II comes from a strong tradition of pilgrimages. Every year, hundreds of thousands of pilgrims from every part of Poland and adjacent countries, walk to the shrine of the Black Madonna in Czestochowa the patroness of Poland, for the feast of the Assumption on August 15. During his visit to Canada in 1984, he called on Canadians to make pilgrimages to their holy places.
Since 1982, the Polish Community of Toronto has been walking to the Martyrs’ Shrine. The first English speaking pilgrimage to Midland was organised in 1984 in Kitchener. Since then other groups have been organised originating from various locations around southern Ontario. At different points along the route, these groups merge with the pilgrimage as it makes its way toward Midland. In total close to 1000 people participate in this pilgrimage every year.
Please arrive at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 4th, at Holy Cross Parish Church, 224 Maple Ave, Georgetown.
We ask each participant to donate $90.00 for food, rental of vans, gas and the cost of campsites. The cost is $15 per day should you wish to only walk for one or two days rather than the week. The price per person is less for families. In addition, please consider making a free will offering to help those whom cannot afford to pay the admission price in full or in part. In case of financial hardship, please call us to make arrangements.
You will be required to submit your donation and sign a Registration (Release) Form prior to departure. An adult must accompany children under the age of 12.
You are responsible for going to mass every day.
Daily dress code is comfortable clothing for August weather. Curfew each night is at 10:30 PM. Please leave all walkmans, CD players and alcohol at home
All are welcome to greet the pilgrim walkers as they arrive at the Martyrs’ Shrine on Sat. Aug.9th, 2008, at approx. 1:30p.m.
Suggested food contribution for community table:
In addition to your fee we also suggest a contribution of some breakfast and lunch items such as:
q Cereal (milk provided), muffins, fruit
q Salmon, tuna, ham, corned beef, salami
q Water, juice boxes, pop
q Trail mix, granola bars, cookies, dried fruit
General Information
The cooks will make sure that dinner is provided for you every evening. Breakfast and lunch items will be used from participant contribution’s and will be placed on what we call the community table to be shared with all pilgrims.
Storage of Equipment
A rented cube van is provided with the pilgrimage to carry all luggage and camping supplies. A passenger van is also provided to travel alongside the pilgrims for those needing occasional rests from walking and to carry first aid equipment or light items which a pilgrim may need during the day.
Return Trip Home
It is your responsibility to arrange a ride home. Contact those organizers listed if you need help with getting a ride back.
Things to Bring:
q Bible and Rosary
q Water canteen or bottle
q Sleeping bag & Pillow
q Air mattress, under pad. foam
q Tent
q Camp chair
q Flashlight and hammer
q Devotional materials, Liturgy of the Hours
q Flashlight and Extra Batteries
q Insect repellent, Sunscreen, (including toilet paper)
q 2 or more pairs of walking or running shoes, lots of socks
q Hat / Swimsuit / rain gear
q Jacket, sweater, long pants & rain jacket or poncho
Cloth / mesh bag for dirty clothing (not slippery plastic bags)
Plate/bowl / cup / utensils
Interested?
If you are interested in joining us, or want more information, please contact:
Hannah DeFreitas 905-335-1487 hannah@primus.ca
Rick Johnston 905-336-0362 r_a_johnston@yahoo.com
Deacon Randy Matters rmatters1@cogeco.ca
How to Register:
Mail the completed registration form with your cheque or money order to:
Cross of Victory Pilgrimage
2025 Guelph Line, Suite 106
Burlington, Ontario
L7P 4X4
Cross Of Victory Pilgrimage Walk – Registration Form – 2008
Registration Information:
Name:
Address: ____________________________________________________________
Telephone: (h) ____________________________(b) ________________________
Email: _____________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact (Relationship): ______________________________________
Health Card No.: _____________________________________________________
Physician: _________________________ Phone No.: _______________________
Allergies: ___________________________________________________________
Current Medications: __________________________________________________
Waiver of Liability:
I/My Child, will attend the Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group from Georgetown/Brampton to the Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland Ontario, August 5th to 12th, 2006. If needed, I give permission for myself/him/her to be evaluated, diagnosed, treated and/or given medication in accordance with standard medical practice by licensed medical personnel.
In the case of it being my child, I understand that attempts to contact me if necessary will be made.
I relieve Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group and all the walking staff of all responsibility and consequences that may arise as a result of this treatment. I will not hold Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group, or the walking staff liable in the event of injury.
I agree to accept any and all financial responsibility as a result of scheduling medical treatment. I/my son/daughter is/we are aware that photos may be taken during the event by walking staff, and waive all rights from these photographs including but not limited to publishing them on promotional material. I/my son/daughter agree/agrees to abide by the rules and regulations stated by Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group and all the walking staff, including the stipulation that no alcohol, illegal drugs or weapons are allowed on the pilgrimage.
I understand that Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group and all the walking staff will not be liable if I/my child fails to comply with regulations, and that any infraction of the rules may result in immediate dismissal from the walking group at my expense.
By signing this waiver, it indicates that I accept the terms as outlined.
Participant Signature: Date
If participant is under 18, Parental/Guardian approval and contact info must be provided
Signature of Parent: ___________________________________________________
Print Parent’s Name: ___________________________________________________
Address:________________________________Phone: ________________________
Email: __________________________________Date:_________________________
Interested?
If you are interested in joining us, or want more information, please contact:
Hannah DeFreitas 905-335-1487 hannah@primus.ca
Rick Johnston 905-336-0362 r_a_johnston@yahoo.com
Deacon Randy Matters rmatters1@cogeco.ca
How to Register:
Mail the completed registration form with your cheque or money order to:
Cross of Victory Pilgrimage
2025 Guelph Line, Suite 106
Burlington, Ontario
L7P 4X4
Cross Of Victory Pilgrimage Walk – Registration Form – 2008
Registration Information:
Name:
Address: ____________________________________________________________
Telephone: (h) ____________________________(b) ________________________
Email: _____________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact (Relationship): ______________________________________
Health Card No.: _____________________________________________________
Physician: _________________________ Phone No.: _______________________
Allergies: ___________________________________________________________
Current Medications: __________________________________________________
Waiver of Liability:
I/My Child, will attend the Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group from Georgetown/Brampton to the Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland Ontario, August 5th to 12th, 2006. If needed, I give permission for myself/him/her to be evaluated, diagnosed, treated and/or given medication in accordance with standard medical practice by licensed medical personnel.
In the case of it being my child, I understand that attempts to contact me if necessary will be made.
I relieve Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group and all the walking staff of all responsibility and consequences that may arise as a result of this treatment. I will not hold Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group, or the walking staff liable in the event of injury.
I agree to accept any and all financial responsibility as a result of scheduling medical treatment. I/my son/daughter is/we are aware that photos may be taken during the event by walking staff, and waive all rights from these photographs including but not limited to publishing them on promotional material. I/my son/daughter agree/agrees to abide by the rules and regulations stated by Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group and all the walking staff, including the stipulation that no alcohol, illegal drugs or weapons are allowed on the pilgrimage.
I understand that Cross of Victory Pilgrimage Walking Group and all the walking staff will not be liable if I/my child fails to comply with regulations, and that any infraction of the rules may result in immediate dismissal from the walking group at my expense.
By signing this waiver, it indicates that I accept the terms as outlined.
Participant Signature: Date
If participant is under 18, Parental/Guardian approval and contact info must be provided
Signature of Parent: ___________________________________________________
Print Parent’s Name: ___________________________________________________
Address:________________________________Phone: ________________________
Email: __________________________________Date:_________________________
