The Camino de Santiago, also known as The Way of Saint James, and even just The Way is the ancient Catholic pilgrimage route to the Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela in Galicia in northwestern Spain. Legend has it that the bones of the apostle James were brought by boat from Jerusalem to northern Spain and are buried under the site of what is now the city of Santiago de Compostela.
Pilgrimage Leaders
Jesse Manibusan
Jesse, from California in the United States of America, is considered one of the most exceptional Catholic speakers, songwriters and musicians of our times. Jesse has a remarkable way of connecting with the gospel, challenging people and affirming our call as disciples who walk the journey with Christ together.
Paul Skippen
Paul has had many years in ministry in Catholic schools and parishes, is editor of the GPBS website and is a gifted presenter of staff in-service days, parish renewal events and retreats for all ages. Paul is an avid traveller and has experienced many of the world’s Catholic spiritual heartlands. Paul has led five annual Camino pilgrimages.
AUSTRALIAN PARTICIPANTS
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During the last two weeks of September and the first week of October 2016, a group of Aussies embarked on the inaugural Camino pilgrimage entitled ‘Boundless Mercy’. The name took shape from the call of Pope Francis for a Year of Mercy. The ‘pilgrims’ came from different parts of Australia, each with their own experience, story and reason for embarking on this unique journey. No two stories are the same – no two journeys are the same. Even though the pilgrims walked, talked and journeyed together – each person walked their own Camino in their own way.
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The Camino trial has been an important pilgrimage route for over 1000 years. There are many routes to Santiago de Compostela, starting from a variety of points, from as far away as Belgium to as close as 100kms from Santiago. Traditionally the route starts from when you leave home. Each route passes through large cities and ancient villages and hamlets with a wide variety of scenery along the way. Some walk the whole route and some just part of it, the first of last 100km or the middle section. As well as walking you can cycle and some even ride a horse or donkey!
Today a huge variety of people walk the Camino. From over 130 different countries, the religious, the non-religious, those interested in its ancient past, the young, the old, the fit, the unfit, the seasoned hiker, the sports lover, those on a personal spiritual journey or those wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of modern life and those who simply want an adventure walking through a foreign country for a few weeks. Together, the history along the way, the mix of nationalities and scenery, along with the Spanish food and wine and the hospitality shown to those on the pilgrim route make for a fascinating and unforgettable journey.
