Greetings! Ever since I got to St. Max, the idea of leading a Pilgrimage has been on my mind. A few months ago, I found out that nothing was being planned for 2027 and saw it as my opportunity to put something on the schedule! This trip will begin with two of my favorite places on earth: Assisi and Rome. The spirit of St. Francis permeates Assisi, and Rome is the heart of the Church, our Mother. But there’s a new destination I’m also looking forward to on the itinerary, and that’s Medjugorje. I continue to hear powerful testimonies from people who have visited Medjugorje, and I think it’s time to visit. Come join as we encounter the Peace of the Lord on this spiritual adventure!

- Fr. Matthew Montag, Parochial Vicar