e invite Duke alumni, parents and friends to a very special twelve-day Franciscan pilgrimage. Pilgrimages are often described as a spiritual

experience where you "pray with your feet" when traveling to a sacred site of the faith. Come embark on a cross-cultural journey in the spirit of Saints Francis and Clare. Encounter the Christian spirituality of different historical and spiritual sites throughout Assisi and Rome. We hope you will join us and other Catholic Dukies for this unforgettable trip!

ARRANGEMENTS BY: SPONSORED BY: Franciscan Pilgrimage Duke Catholic Center and Programs Duke Alumni Association

Photos:

St. Peter’s Basilicain Rome, Italy (above)

Assisi at Dusk(large image)

Pilgrimage ItineraryFEBRUARY 15 • Homecoming in AssisiDeparture Day from USA to Rome, motor coach to Assisi

FEBRUARY 16 - 21 • Walking in the footsteps of Saints Francis and ClareVisit Franciscan shrines in Assisi, including the Porziuncola, San Damiano, La Maddalena, San Ruffino, Chiesa Nuova, tomb of St. Francis, hermitages of Carceri, optional trip to Florence.

FEBRUARY 22 • Christmas in FebruaryMotor coach to Greccio where Francis celebrated the birth of Christ, festive Christmas pranzo, arrival in Rome

FEBRUARY 23 - 25 • Bella RomaSt. Peter's Basilica, St John Lateran Basilica, the catacombs of St. Sebastian, Papal audience, free time to visit other sites

FEBRUARY 26 • Arrivederci RomaDeparture to USA from Rome's Fiumicino airport.

STAFF: Fr. Russ Governale, OFM Conv. - Pilgrimage DirectorFr. André Cirino, OFM - Pilgrimage DirectorFr. Michael Martin, OFM Conv. - Director, Duke Catholic CenterMichelle Sutton ’12 - Development Director, Duke Catholic Center

ACTIVITY LEVEL:Good health is necessary to enjoy the experience. Pilgrimages are strenuous with considerable walking, often in hilly areas, and stair climbing each day. Most international sites are not handicap accessible. Please consult with your doctor if you have health problems.

COST: $4,298 full package - or - $3,100 Land Only+$350 Single Room

Departure to Italy is available from New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta and DC. Arrangements can be made for connecting flights to one of these cities.

Included, per person, in full-package:Taxes, security and airport feesLodging in Rome and AssisiAll gratuities for bus drivers, lodging, restaurantsBus transfers and luggage handlingAll group entrance feesAll taxi services in AssisiAll meals (except 5-6 meals when pilgrims have free time to explore on their own)Daily Mass and prayer momentsGuidance of qualified pilgrimage director

ACCOMMODATIONS:You’ll stay in guest houses designed for pilgrims in Assisi and Rome called pensioni. In Assisi, the accommodations are at Casa Papa Giovanni right off the Piazza Comune in the heart of Old Assisi. In Rome, the accommodations at Casa Tra Noi are a short walk from St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican City. All twin-bedded rooms have private baths and are cleaned daily. The pensioni have their own dining rooms, library, classrooms, chapel, and common room. Participants have access to wi-fi. As it is a European pensione and not a hotel, the amenities one associates with a standard American hotel are not always available, and the rooms are smaller. While not offering all American hotel features, the central location of the pensioni and the spirit of camaraderie among the pilgrims make for wonderful accommodations.

RegistrationEach reservation requires that Franciscan Pilgrimage Programs receives this form, completed in full, and a $200 deposit. Deposits are not refundable, but may be transferred to another pilgrim for this pilgrimage or credited towards a future program. Full payment is due by December 1, 2015. Your full commitment is required from beginning to end.

Please make your check payable and send to:

FRANCISCAN PILGRIMAGE PROGRAMSP.O. Box 321490Franklin, WI 53132-6231

Phone: 414-427-0570 • Fax: 414-427-0590www.franciscanpilgrimages.com

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Please visit WWW.FRANCISCANPILGRIMAGES.COM to review important details about the program (click on Terms and Conditions).If you have other questions, feel free to contact Michelle Sutton at 919-668-1472 or michelle.sutton@duke.edu.

Michelle Sutton '12 and Fr. Mike in front of St. Francis Basilica in Assisi