500+ Catholic Sisters Embark On 'Pilgrimage Of Hope' To Support Immigrants, The Environment

500+ Catholic Sisters Embark On 'Pilgrimage Of Hope' To Support Immigrants, The Environment

500+ Catholic Sisters Embark On 'Pilgrimage Of Hope' To Support Immigrants, The Environment Early in the misty morning on August 14, the rain-slick streets of downtown Atlanta were filled with nearly 500 Catholic sisters speaking in hushed, determined voices. They were on what they call a “Pilgrimage of Hope.” From 7 to 8 a.m., approximately 470 women of faith (and their supporters) prayed aloud along a 1.2-mile route, as 75 others joined them virtually. The sisters peacefully march through downtown Atlanta. Photo courtesy of Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville/Facebook Leaders guided readings, music, and periods of intentional silence. They paused at three locations, each of which was dedicated to one of the three issues they were in the streets to confront: Forced migration, climate change, and racism. “As we filled the streets of downtown Atlanta with readings, song, and silent contemplative prayer, we prayed that this communal effort would contribute in some way to the efforts …