CHARLOTTE — The Diocese of Charlotte’s Family Life Office has opened registration for its bus pilgrimage to the National March for Life Jan. 23-25, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
A highlight of the three-day, two-night trip is the Opening Mass of the National Prayer Vigil for Life, celebrated each year at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
This year, it will be on Jan. 23.
“The joy and enthusiasm of the March for Life is contagious, and making the trip together with others makes the joy even deeper,” said Father Peter Ascik, director of the Family Life Office. “With attendance at the National Prayer Vigil for Life, the LifeFest rally with the Sisters of Life, and opportunities to share graces with fellow pilgrims, this bus trip is as much about building your faith as your pro-life witness. We had so much interest last year that this year we are expanding the trip to two buses to accommodate more pilgrims. We are excited to share the joy of the March for Life with as many people as possible!”
On Jan. 24, the morning of the march, pilgrims will attend LifeFest, a pro-life rally organized by the Sisters of Life and the Knights of Columbus. Father Ascik said the event is an opportunity to be informed by talks and testimonies that show the impact the pro-life message has on the lives of real people.
On. Jan. 25, the group will participate in a Saturday pilgrimage.
The cost is $50 per person for students (four per hotel room), $200 per person for a double occupancy room, and $300 per person for a single occupancy room. Lodging, bus transportation and breakfast on Friday and Saturday are included.
Even with two buses, the organizers expect registration is likely to fill up quickly. To register, scan the QR code. For more information, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
— Catholic News Herald