The Transforming Power of Pilgrimage

The spiritual practice of pilgrimage traces to the beginning of our tradition, as early Christians sought to encounter the Risen Christ by walking in the footsteps of Jesus in Jerusalem and throughout the Holy Land. Over the centuries, the transforming power of pilgrimage was discovered in paths and destinations around the Christian world, including the Camino in Spain, Canterbury, Iona, and Taizé. Pilgrims journeyed along these sacred ways and visited these and other holy places as a way of deepening their faith and inspiring their lives. Pilgrimages can be local, regional, across North America, and international: from the San Luis Valley in Colorado, to a border pilgrimage to Mexico, to a compelling journey to the Holy Land.

Over the past 5 years, over 250 adult and youth pilgrims from 44 congregations from across Colorado have been drawn to pilgrimages near and far and discovered that by making pilgrimage, individuals and communities experience their faith and find inspiration in ways they never imagined! Explore this page to learn about pilgrimage offerings from around the Episcopal Church in Colorado. The Rev. Canon Greg Foraker is available to answer questions and to help you imagine and plan your next pilgrimage!

Upcoming Pilgrimages:
A Holy Year Camino Portugués Pilgrimage – October 2027

Discover the inspiration of Holy Year Camino Portugués as you walk one of the world’s most revered pilgrimage routes. Winding through Galician villages, peaceful forests, and historic points along the way, each step brings you closer to the majestic Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and the life-changing achievement of completing this unforgettable journey in the Holy Year 2027.

For more than 800 years, pilgrims have traveled this ancient path in search of faith, adventure, connection, and purpose. The Camino Portugués is more than a walk; it’s a journey both outward and inward. This pilgrimage will leave you with lasting memories, new friendships, and renewed faith and sense of yourself. Reserve your place soon as space is limited. Reach out to the Rev. Canon Greg Foraker at greg@episcopalcolorado.org with questions.