MTS TRAVEL, A Pilgrimage to England with The Order of Julian of Norwich

Our pilgrimage follows a tradition of generations of Christian pilgrims who have traveled to sacred places in prayer and reflection to deepen their own spirituality. In the prayerful spirit of the Order of Julian of Norwich, we will have Eucharist and daily offices each day. Depending on schedules, we may take advantage of prayer in the sacred places or conduct our own worship. Each day will have time for discussion and quiet reflection.

This pilgrimage is limited to a total of 25 participants. Registrations will be accepted on a “first come” basis.

Land arrangements begin at Sarum College, Salisbury, on September 14 at 3:00 p.m. and end with breakfast on September 25. Because of the nature of the pilgrimage, it is respectfully requested that pilgrims complete the entire pilgrimage from beginning to end.

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:

Pilgrims should plan to arrive in Salisbury by 3PM. Our base for three nights will be Sarum College, located within the Cathedral close. Sarum College provides refurbished meeting rooms and bedrooms Salisbury’s stunning cathedral.

While in Salisbury, we will visit Salisbury Cathedral, which was completed as a single construction project in 1258 and boasts the tallest spire in England. We will also visit the town’s museum and have leisure time.
Local tours will also include Winchester Cathedral, which dates to the 7th century and has one of the most ornate and beautiful great altar screens in all of England; places, such as Old Sarum, the original site of Salisbury Cathedral; and Stonehenge, the prehistoric and mysterious monument.

Thursday, September 17 – Sunday, September 20: Canterbury

Following breakfast, we travel to Canterbury. Our base for three nights will be at the Cathedral Lodge, a three-star hotel located within the walled and secluded grounds of the Cathedral. Each room has a superb view of the Cathedral, the mother church of England and the Anglican Communion. Canterbury is where St. Augustine brought the Christian message and the monastic rule to England.

While in Canterbury, we will have a tour of the Cathedral and a Candlelit pilgrimage. We will visit St. Augustine’s Abbey and the burial place of St. Augustine. We will also visit St. Martin’s Church which predates Augustine’s arrival and within whose walls people have worshiped for over 1,400 years.

Sunday, September 20 – Wednesday, September 23: Norwich

Following breakfast and Sunday Eucharist at the Cathedral, our coach will transfer us to Norwich where we will have the remainder of the day at leisure. Our accommodations will be at Maids Head Hotel, a three-star hotel adjacent to the Norman Cathedral. In Norwich, we will have the opportunity to visit the Cathedral which has the largest cloister in England as well as a labyrinth. We will also have a day trip to the Walsingham, a traditional and sacred space for pilgrims. The highlight of our pilgrimage will be a visit to Julian’s Shrine, where we will have time for prayer and reflection and a private Eucharist in Julian’s Cell.

Wednesday, September 23 – Friday, September 25: London

We will travel by coach to London, where our accommodations will be at the Lancaster Hall Hotel, conveniently located near Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. We conclude our pilgrimage with a panoramic tour of London, including the London Eye, tours of St. Paul’s and Westminster Abbey where we will enjoy choral evensong. Before we end our tour, we will enjoy a farewell dinner together.

Friday, September 25: Depart London

After breakfast at the hotel, arrangements are on your own for departure from London.

About the pilgrimage leaders:
The Rev. Gwynne Wright is an Oblate of the Order of Julian of Norwich and an Episcopal priest. Mthr. Gwynne has been a long time Anglophile, visiting many sacred places in England when she visits her step-children and grandchildren in England. Mthr. Gwynne is currently in Ministry program which includes studies at Oxford University.

European Pilgrims: It is suggested that Europeans wishing to join the pilgrimage pay by credit card, which will be charged in U.S. dollars. Please contact Lindy Witman by phone, fax, or e-mail at the numbers listed above, with questions regarding method of payment.

U.S. Pilgrims: If you would like assistance with airline reservations, please contact Paige Vogie, MTS TRAVEL, at paigev@mtstravel.com or call 800-418-2929, extension 81302.

All European pilgrims and U.S. pilgrims making airline arrangements on their own should submit a copy of their air schedule to MTS TRAVEL.