Chrystal

Why did you first decide to join us on pilgrimage or virtual pilgrimage? I was looking for something where I could serve others in faith and using my medical skills.   What has been your favorite aspect of pilgrimage? My favorite part of the pilgrimage was meeting so...

Belen

How did you first get involved with Lourdes Volunteers? I went to the Medical Volunteer Conference in February 2017 and was amazed at how much preparation was involved and the love and care they showed to everyone, especially those with special needs. Everyone’s...

Linda

Why did you first decide to join us on pilgrimage? I first decided to travel on pilgrimage with NALV after a trip to Lourdes with my Aunt. When we first went to the Grotto I profoundly felt the holy presence of Our Lady. When I returned to the United States, I tuned...

Richard

Why did you first decide to join us on pilgrimage or virtual pilgrimage? I first met the leadership of NALV on the Franciscan University Campus.  They were recruiting students for a wounded warrior pilgrimage to take place in May of 2013.  I knew they needed nurses...

Peter

Why did you first decide to join us on pilgrimage or virtual pilgrimage? I attended a Virtual Pilgrimage in Gaming, Austria led by Pam Ryan. It came at a time when I had been asking God for a mission. The story of Lourdes is also very important to me because my own...

Rivera Family

Why did you first decide to join us on pilgrimage? Individually, we each volunteer for different organizations, but we really wanted to find a way to serve together as a family in a meaningful way. Some friends of ours had just returned from Lourdes with the Order of...