Andrea JLast Updated: August 3rd, 2023Featured Pilgrimages, Travel Alerts, Upcoming Pilgrimages
You might have heard that there is a new requirement for US travelers to Europe scheduled to take effect in 2024. Originally planned to come into effect in 2021, the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), has been postponed until next year. Once it does come into effect, everyone planning to travel to any … Read More
Andrea JLast Updated: July 14th, 2023Featured Pilgrimages, Pilgrims' Stories, Travel Alerts
It’s time for a pop quiz! Which of the following has NOT happened to a Tekton pilgrim in the past couple years? While vacationing in another country six weeks before his pilgrimage, John* fell and broke his hip. He was unable to depart on his pilgrimage. On the second day of his Holy Land pilgrimage, … Read More
Andrea JLast Updated: June 9th, 2023News, Travel Alerts, US News
Yes you can! (Maybe) UPDATE 6/1/2023: According to the state.gov website, the pilot program has ended. They hope to re-launch it for everyone at a later date. UPDATE 1/5/2023: Our staff member who tested out this process has now received her passport. She submitted the application on October 27, 2022 and it was marked as … Read More
Bri CampbellLast Updated: February 16th, 2023Pilgrims' Stories, Travel Alerts
Merriam Webster defines a pilgrimage as “a journey of a pilgrim,” especially: “one (journey) to a shrine or a sacred place.” The first known use of the word ‘pilgrimage’ was in the 14th century, but the action of taking a pilgrimage had already existed for millennia at that point. In the Judeo-Christian tradition, Abraham was … Read More
Bri CampbellLast Updated: August 11th, 2020Italy, Pilgrims' Stories, Travel Alerts
Preparing to go on a pilgrimage is a very exciting experience. We know it can be difficult when you’re preparing to go into the unknown, so we’ve compiled suggestions from a former pilgrim of a few things you might overlook that will help you make the most of your journey:
Bri CampbellLast Updated: January 25th, 2018Featured Pilgrimages, Pilgrims' Stories, Spiritual Reflections, Travel Alerts
Are you embarking on a pilgrimage soon? Don’t let yourself treat this spiritual journey like a vacation; having the right mindset while traveling is key to getting the most out of your journey! Help yourself prepare by taking into account these 10 Life Hacks from a former pilgrim:Take a prayer list.When on pilgrimage you are … Read More
