07/21/2026
Pilgrimage to Saint Francis of Assisi Shrine Sunday at Skiff Lake (Saint John the Baptist Parish).
Annual Shrine Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of August (August 9th) at Skiff Lake.
This year marks the 800th Anniversary of Saint Francis of Assisi’s death and has been designated as a ‘Jubilee Year of Saint Francis’.
As we celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi, we recall that Pope Francis chose his name in honor of this saint upon his election as Bishop of Rome. In his encyclical Laudato Si’, Pope
Francis reflected on St. Francis, “he was a mystic and a pilgrim who lived in simplicity and in wonderful harmony with God, with
others, with nature and with himself.
He shows us the inseparable bond between concern for nature, justice for the poor, commitment to Society and interior peace.”
Take a peaceful break from your busy schedule to refresh your spirit in community. This special time features Mass, Rosary prayer, and a dedicated healing service.
SIGN-UP NOW!
Arrangements have been made to provide bus transportation to the Shrine at no charge to participants. The sign-up sheet in
the lobby of Holy Family Church and St. Ann’s Church or contact Judy Kelly via email at [email protected] or call 506-444-6021.
Schedule for Sunday, August 9th:
8:15am: bus leaves from Holy Family parking lot*
9:00am: bus leaves Wulastukw Convenient Store
parking lot*
10:30am: estimated time of arrival at Saint Francis of Assisi Shrine
11am-12noon: Open-air Mass Celebrated by Bishop Riesbeck
12:15pm: Picnic Lunch: You may bring a bag lunch or there will be a canteen open for sandwiches, hot dogs, sweets, soft drinks and water.
1pm-2pm: Rosary
2pm: Healing Service with Holy Oils
3:15pm: Bus Departs after healing service
*Please note that all departure times will be as indicated in the
schedule to allow for arrival time for morning Mass and the return trip home.
What you need to know/bring for the day:
Seating: There are benches at the site but you may wish to bring your own lawn chair.
The open-air event takes place rain or shine, so dress appropriately for the weather that day. In addition to your own chair, you may want to bring an umbrella to protect from sun or rain.
There is no fee to enter the Shrine but there will be an offertory during Mass; a kiosk selling medals, etc. and there is an opportunity to light a tea light in the small chapel on site. There is a donation box there if you wish to contribute tothe support of the upkeep of the Shrine.
We invite you to join us for a meaningful journey of prayer, song and healing.
All are welcome.
