Read all about it…. from two pilgrims on a journey…
From Ned:
My name is Ned and I’m 10. Last Saturday I went on a pilgrimage to Knock with my mum. Our driver Donal was very friendly and chatted to me. I love travelling through 9 different counties!
When we reached Knock, we went to the museum to learn about the history and Holy Mary. Archbishop Dermot Farrell said mass in the Basilica, and I took a photo with him! We visited the village, bought some gifts for my sisters and collected holy water.
It was a great day with lots of blessings.
From Nina – Ned’s Mum:
As a family, we regularly attend Kilcoole’s Sunday family mass which we find superb across the board, totally catering for and engaging young minds and hearts. My 10 year old son received his First Holy Communion 2 years ago, and while he sings in a local church choir and recently started alter serving, I felt our enthusiasm about our faith could do with a boost. I also feel so drawn to Holy Mary as the perfect example of gentle mother. So we joined the parish pilgrimage to Knock on a beautiful, sunny Saturday.
I so much wanted to combine quality time and inspired holy time with my boy. Ann, the organiser, graciously gave us her front seat so we could have a super view of the scenery across our beautiful country. We said the rosary and sang hymns en route. Upon arrival, the ambiance was so peaceful. I tailored the day to keep it interesting and relevant to my son.
There’s so much to do in Knock, and the highlight was the serene Basilica mass, with annointing of the sick. It was a blessed day for us, deepening our bond and faith, making connections with other parishioners and special memories. I look forward to returning with my daughter in years to come, to learn more about Holy Mary, Queen of Ireland.
PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK – an Account from the Diocese
In his homily during the Dublin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock on Saturday, Archbishop Farrell pointed to the apparition at Knock, given to ordinary people and marked by silence, and how it invites the Church to reflect. Echoing words of the late Pope Francis, he said that although the Church appears to be in crisis, this shows it to be alive. Rather than decline, God is at work, calling the Church to rediscover its mission of bringing hope. The Archbishop called for the Church in the Archdiocese of Dublin to move forward in a synodal way, letting go of outdated structures and embracing renewal with courage.
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GKPA Knock Pilgrimage 2026
