We are all Pilgrims on a Journey

With only two weeks to go till we leave for our pilgrimage, today some of the Hobart pilgrims gathered together and received a special blessing for our journey.  (The northern pilgrims will also be coming together in Launceston prior to our departure.)

We were reminded that every single one of us is on a pilgrimage with our final destination being not the Holy City of Jerusalem, or even returning home safely, but the ultimate destination of each of us is  to be with God.

This is the Blessing for Pilgrims we received today:

"All-powerful God, you always show mercy toward those who love you and you are never far away for those who seek you. Remain with your servants on this holy pilgrimage and guide their way in accord with your will. Shelter them with your protection by day, give them the light of your grace by night, and, as their companion on the journey, bring them to their destination in safety."