{"product_id":"33-days-to-prepare-your-heart-for-pilgrimage","title":"33 Days to Prepare Your Heart for Pilgrimage","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare spiritually for your Catholic pilgrimage before you ever leave home.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eA pilgrimage is meant to be more than sightseeing—it is an opportunity to encounter God in a deeper, more personal way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eIn this thirty-three-day Catholic pilgrimage preparation guide, celebrated spiritual director Fr. Mark Toups helps you prepare your heart, mind, and soul for a spiritually meaningful pilgrimage to sacred destinations like Rome, the Holy Land, Lourdes, or Fatima. Fr. Toups has guided thousands of Catholics through his bestselling seasonal devotionals and spiritual reflections, offering practical wisdom rooted in prayer, scripture, and the traditions of the Church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eBlending daily prayer, reflection, and practical wisdom, this Catholic devotional is designed for individuals, parish groups, and Catholic travelers who want their pilgrimages to become more than tours. This book teaches you to approach pilgrimage with intentionality, humility, and expectation for what God desires to do in your life—not merely as a visit to holy places, but as a transformative spiritual journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eToups shows the difference between a pilgrimage and a vacation—and between being a pilgrim and a tourist—while guiding you to approach your journey with a prayerful and receptive heart. He reminds you that pilgrimage begins before departure: These days of preparation are holy, shaping your heart for what lies ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eEach day includes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ea prayerful meditation focused on the spiritual meaning of pilgrimage;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ereflections on surrender, humility, detachment, and trust in God;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003equestions for personal prayer and discernment; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003epractical guidance to help you prepare spiritually for pilgrimage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ePerfect for individuals, parish groups, or Catholic tour groups, this thirty-three-day devotional helps you stay focused on what matters most and make your pilgrimage more meaningful and spiritually fruitful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eA pilgrimage is more than a trip—it’s an opportunity for encounter. Begin your journey today, and experience a deeper connection with God as you prepare to walk in the footsteps of the saints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eMay these thirty-three days be a true pilgrimage of the heart, leading you more deeply into the presence of the Lord who calls you, accompanies you, and loves you beyond measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: none;\"\u003eFr Mark Toups\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48848981229686,"sku":"NV702879n0nn1nWWW","price":26.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1075\/8404\/files\/NV702879.png?v=1790424860","url":"https:\/\/en.novalis.ca\/products\/33-days-to-prepare-your-heart-for-pilgrimage","provider":"en-novalis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}