ONE NATION UNDER GOD
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
In renewal of our Catholic Faith and in honor of America’s 250th Anniversary
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, a National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will begin in the nation’s oldest Catholic city, linking the earliest chapter of Catholic life in this land with a new generation of pilgrims carrying the Eucharist across the country.
The 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will begin Memorial Day weekend at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine before traveling north along the East Coast and concluding in Philadelphia near Independence Day.
“One Nation Under God” invites all the faithful, families, parishes, and neighbors to enter a sacred time of unity, healing, and hope. Together, we will walk with Our Lord in the Most Holy Eucharist—giving thanks for God’s unfailing presence and praying for our country, our Church, and our communities.
Come as a parish, a family, a ministry group, or on your own. Clergy, religious, lay faithful, youth and young adults, and those exploring the Catholic faith—all are invited to walk with Jesus, the Bread of Life.
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Route— Diocese of St. Augustine, Florida
All ages and walks of life are welcome to join in prayer before Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament as the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage travels across the country. Below you will find a listing of events taking place in this diocese.
Please register in advance so we can plan accordingly for the expected number of people. All events are free!
Click here to download an event flyer.
Event Schedule · Last updated: March 17, 2026 All times local (Eastern)
Sunday, May 24, 2026 — National Shrine Our Lady of La Leche Shrine, St. Augustine
- 9:00 a.m. · Arrival & Welcome
- 10:00 a.m. · Opening Remarks: Bishop Erik Pohlmeier, National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Staff, Permanent Pilgrims
- 11:30 a.m. · Opening Mass followed by a procession with the Eucharist to the Historic Chapel; Exposition & Adoration
Afternoon at the Shrine (1:00 p.m. onward)
- Adoration in the Historic Chapel (ongoing) · Rosary in the Rosary Garden (ongoing) · Confessions (ongoing) · Florida Martyrs Immersion Walk (ongoing) · Special Interest Talks (30–40 min: Way of St. James in DOSA; Cenacolo Mission; National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Permanent Pilgrims) · Service Project
- Parallel option: Pilgrim Mass at 1:00 p.m. in the Main Church
Evening Procession to the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
- 4:30 p.m. · Gather at Historic Chapel for Benediction
- 5:00 p.m. · Eucharistic Procession from the Shrine to the Cathedral
- 6:15 p.m. · Arrival at the Cathedral · Reflections · Speakers · Sacred Music
- 8:00 p.m. · Overnight Silent Adoration in the Cathedral
Click here to download the Eucharistic Procession route map from the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche to the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine.
Monday, May 25, 2026 — Jacksonville · Fernandina Beach · Diocese of Savannah, Georgia
Morning — Christ the King Catholic Church, Jacksonville
- 6:15 a.m. · Continue to Christ the King Catholic Church
- 8:00 a.m. · Speaker: Msgr. James Boddie, Jr.
- 9:00 a.m. · Mass
- 10:15 a.m. · Eucharistic Procession & Adoration on parish grounds
- 11:30 a.m. · Lunch & Service Project
Afternoon — St. Michael Catholic Church, Fernandina Beach
- 1:00 p.m. · Continue to St. Michael Catholic Church
- 2:15 p.m. · Talk: History of St. Michael & Fernandina Beach
- 3:15 p.m. · Eucharistic Procession to the pier
- 4:00 p.m. · Boat departure via St. Mary’s River — The Eucharistic procession will cross the St. Mary’s River into Georgia, where it will be entrusted to the Diocese of Savannah—continuing the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in faith-filled unity.
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What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes and modest, weather-appropriate attire
- Water bottle, hat/sunglasses, sunscreen, light snack
- Rosary and small prayer book (optional)
How to Participate
- Walk with the procession for one or more days
- Adore the Lord in silent prayer during Eucharistic Adoration, pauses and stops
- Sing and praise with participating choirs, musicians and music ministers
- Serve as a National Eucharistic Pilgrimage local event volunteer
- Invite friends and neighbors to encounter Christ’s love