Catholic views on pilgrimage Flashcards
1
Q
What do Catholics believe about life?
A
They believe life is like a pilgrimage (journey) towards heaven, so we will meet God when we die.
2
Q
Why do Christians go on Pilgrimages?
A
To renew their commitment to God
Meet other catholics
Be physically healed
3
Q
What are the important Catholic pilgrimage sites?
A
Jerusalem - the city where Jesus died
Rome - The centre of Catholic faith, where the Pope lives
Lourdes - A town in France where a young girl called Bernadette saw visions of Mary
Walsingham - A village in Norfolk which contains the Catholic national shrine for England.
