In celebration of the Year of Faith and the canonization of the first

Native America Saint

Double occupancy - $3,795 eachPrices include: airfare to and from Tulsa International Airport;

meals, lodging and transportation while in Rome

The historic Canonization Mass of Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha will be the anchor point of this special pilgrimage that will

also include visits to the Four Major Basilicas andthe Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.

To reserve your spot on this special pilgrimage,contact

Deacon John Johnsondcn.john.johnson@dioceseoftulsa.org

918.307.4914

Pilgrims visiting the Seven Churches of Rome, by Antonio Lafreri, 1575

The Canonization of

Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha

and the

Basilicas of RomeOctober 18-26, 2012

Sponsored by The Roman Catholic Diocese of Tulsa

A Pilgrimage

FaithThrough the Legacy

of the Saints

P a pa l Y E A R O F

Diocese of Tulsa

FAITHOct. 2012 - Oct. 2013

Lead by

Bishop Edward J. Slattery

Pre-pilgrimage ExcursionStarting in Venice and ending in Orvieto as we join pilgrims arriving for the Canonizaiton of Blessed Kateri pilgrimage, this eight day excursion will examine the roots of Catholic faith through the churches and saints in northern Italy. Separate from the canonizaiton pilgrimage, you may chose one or both pilgrimages.

October 12-19

Depart Tulsa on Friday, Oct. 12 for an overnight, transatlantic flight arriving at Venice’s Marco Polo airport on Oct.13. Here are highlights of the excursion.

Day two starts with a cruise of the entire length of the Grand Canal on a vaporetto (water bus), the next stop is Piazzo de San Marco and St. Mark’s Basilica, which Napolean Bonaparte called the drawing room of Europe.

Day three begins with Mass at St. Mark’s Basilica. After lunch and a short train ride, the next stop is the Pontifical Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua, the site of the tomb of St. Anthony and then, after a short bus ride, the Scrovegni Chapel.

Day four starts with the Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, one of the greatest churches of Venice. The spirit of St. Francis is present here and the church is dedicated to the Assumption of Mary. The afternoon is open for pilgrims to discover the wonders of Venice at their own pace.

Day five takes us to Florence and the Piazza di Santa Croce, the Duomo, the Baptistery of St. John and Campanile of Giotto.

Day six begins in Florence but moves to Pisa for a stop at one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. The Leaning Tower of Pisa was built as the bell tower for the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumtption. Siena’s Piazza del Campo and the Cathedral of Siena finish the day.

Day seven, Oct. 18, returns to Florence and Accademia Gallery that houses a large collection of the works of Michelangelo, the Basilica of St. Lawrence, one of the oldest and largest churches of Florence. Pilgrims will have the afternoon free to explore Florence at their own pace.

Day eight takes us to Orvieto to join pilgrims arriving from Tulsa.

St. Mark’s Basilica

Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

The Leaning Tower of PisaDouble occupancy - $1,995 each

Thursday, October 18 9 Tulsa, Rome

Depart Tulsa International Airport for overnight, transatlantic flight to the Eternal CityTravel day

Friday, October, 19 9 Orvieta, Assisi

Cathedral of Orvieto

Saturday, October 20 9 Assisi, Rome

A mid-morning Mass will celebrate the Canonization of Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha, the first Native American saint. After lunch and a short rest, it’s on to the Papal Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, the cathedral of the church of Rome and the official ecclesiastical seat of the Bishop of Rome, the Pope. There we will view the Altar of the Holy Sacrament, the table said to have been used at the Last Supper and the Scala Sancta, the steps where Jesus stood before Pontius Pilate during his

Passion on his way to trial. After visits to the Latin Gate and the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem, pilgrims will travel to the Pontifical College of North America for Vespers and a tour.

Canonization of Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Sunday, October 21 9 Rome

P a pa l Y E A R O F

Diocese of Tulsa

FAITHOct. 2012 - Oct. 2013

The Papal Basilica of St. Peter has been called the greatest of all churches of Christendom and is the highlight of day five. It is the final resting place of the mortal remains of many popes and notable people. Many of these tombs are considered artworks in their own right. The central feature is a baldachin over the Papal Altar by Bernini. There are number of outstanding pieces of art in the basilica’s many niches and chapels, including Michelangelo’s Pieta. After a period of free time in the basilica, we will visit the Vatican Museum, which holds the largest collection of classical sculpture in the world. The Sistine Chapel is part of this extensive network of galleries.

Papal Basilica of St. PeterMonday, October 22 9 Rome

Built in the early 400’s, the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore contains many treasures of the Church including fifth century mosaics in the aspe and on either side of the nave depicting the Coronation of the Virgin and scenes from the Old Testament. Day six will be one of our busiest with stops planned at seven historic churches, all within a radius of just a few miles. After St. Mary Major, we will visit Basilica of St. Praxedes, San Martino ai Monti, St. Peter in Chains, Sant’Alessio all’Aventino, Santa Sabina all’Aventino, the Basilica of Santa Sabina and Santa Cecilia in Trastevere. The trip back to the hotel via motor coach, pilgrims will enjoy a tour of the Illuminated Landmarks of Rome.

Basilica of St. Mary MajorTuesday, October 23 9 Rome

After breakfast, pilgrims will depart the hotel for the Catacomb of Priscilla, nicknamed the “Queen of the Catacombs” for its many martyrs and popes. The walls and ceilings display fine decorations illustrating Biblical scenes including the oldest known Marian paintings. Pilgrims will then board a bus for the Papal Basilica of St. Lawrence Outside the Walls, one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome and one of the five Patriarchal basilicas. Our next stop, The Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, is one of the four major basilicas of Rome. After a tour of the Basilica pilgrims may venerate the tomb of St. Paul the Apostle, pray and explore the fascinating array of historical, religious and artistic sights at the second largest basilica in Rome. The next stop is Tivoli’s Villa d’Este, an excellent example of Renaissance architecture and the Italian Renaissance garden. We will finish the day at the Shrine of Our Lady of Divine Love, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Pope John Paul II added the shrine in the pilgrim itinerary of the seven pilgrim churches of Rome, replacing San Sebastiana Fuori Ie Mura.

Basilica of St. Paul Outside the WallsWednesday, October 24 9 Rome

A walking tour of several significant sites begins with the Piazza Navona built on the site of the Stadium of Domitian and features the Fountain of the Four Rivers by Bernini. Next, San Luigi dei Francesi is where we will view three outstanding paintings by the master Caravaggio - The Calling of St. Matthew, The Inspiration of St. Matthew and the Martyrdom of St. Matthew. Next is The Pantheon, an ancient Roman temple that was converted into the Church of Maria ad Martyres, one of the city’s most spectacular sites. The Basilica of St. Mary over Minerva is so named because it is built on the foundation of a temple to Minerva, the goddess of wisdom. Christ Bearing the Cross, a sculpture by Michelangelo, is to the left of the apse and St. Catherine of Siena, patroness of Europe, is buried under the altar. When in Rome, a stop at the Trevi Fountain is almost a requirement and is next on the itinerary. The Spanish Steps climbing from the Piazza di Spagna to the Trinita dei Monti Church, then the Piazza del Popolo and the Church of Santa Maria del Popolo will be our last stops before the farewell dinner this evening.

Basilica of St. Mary Over Minerva

Thursday, October 25 9 Rome

Travel DayFriday, October 26 9 Rome, Tulsa

Depart for the U.S.A. with a late afternoon arrival in Tulsa.

The Cathedral of Orvieto has an astounding facade that is a kaleidoscope of colors found in mosaics soaring seven stories and marble busts and sculpted figures constructed under the orders of Pope Urban IV to provide a suitable home for the Corporal of Bolsena, a miracle revealing the truth of transubstantiation when a Host was bleeding so much that it stained the altar cloth. The cloth is now stored in the Chapel of the Corporal inside the cathedral. After lunch, pilgrims will be free to explore Orvieto before departing for the city of Assisi.

After Lauds and breakfast, pilgrims will visit the Church of Mary of the Angels, the place of St. Francis’ death. The Porziuncola is a chapel obtained from the Benedictines and restored by St. Francis himself where he founded the order of Friars Minor that would later become the Franciscans. It was also here that Clare embarked on her monastic life in 1211. The Basilica of St. Clare houses her relics and the miraculous crucifix that spoke to Francis. Visits to the Assisi Cathedral, important in Franciscan history, and and the Basilica of St. Francis, a focal point of both high art and intense spirituality, will finish the morning before returns pilgrims to Rome.

Mary of the Angels

* The Seven Pilgrim Churches are highlighted in red* Itinerary is subject to change