Pilgrimage of Hope

Pilgrimage of Hope

During this Jubilee Year of Hope, our parish will host a series of pilgrimages on the first Saturday of each month from May to November at Our Lady of Victories Basilica, 548 Burke Road, Camberwell.

The structure of each pilgrimage :

  • 9.00 am to 9.30 am – Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament (Individual Confessions in confessional)
  • 9.30 am to 10.00 am – Celebration of Eucharist
  • 10.00 am to 11.00 am – Pilgrimage presentation
  • 11.00 am to 12 noon – Light refreshments – tea/coffee provided

No registration required.

Journey of Hope

Presenter:  Anne Slingo

In May 2025, Anne shared the graces of the Camino – the pilgrimage of hope. Anne walked the Ignatian Camino in Spain and Italy in 2023, and found the experience life-changing.

Read Camino Presentation by Anne Slingo

Anne Slingo’s Bio

Jubilee

Presenter:  Very Rev Dr Brian Boyle EV

In June 2025, Fr Brian explored in depth the concept of Jubilee using his extensive knowledge of Old Testament studies and it’s implication for the current context of the world.

View Jubilee Presentation by Fr Brian Boyle

Fr Brian Boyle’s Bio

Eucharist: Until he comes again

Presenter:  Fr Frank O’Loughlin

In July 2025, Fr Frank reminded us that the Eucharist looks not only to the past but also to the future – the feast in the Father’s Kingdom.

View Eucharist: Until he comes again

Fr Frank O’Loughlin’s Bio

Reconciliation: We are One

Presenter:  Mark Cooper

In August 2025, Mark reminded us of the importance of connection with God’s incredible presence in all.

Mark Cooper’s Bio

View Reconciliation: We are One

Prayer on the Journey

Presenter:  Fr Michael McEntee

In September 2025, Fr Michael explored Prayer for the Journey.

View Prayer for the Journey

Fr Michael McEntee’s Bio

Viaticum - Food and strength for the journey

Presenter:  Fr Frank O’Loughlin

In October, Fr Frank presented on Viaticum – food and strength for the journey.  As death approaches for a Christian, we celebrate Viaticum, a word meaning ‘what you need for the journey’ and pray the Commendation of the Dying, entrusting the person into God’s hands.

Fr Frank O’Loughlin’s Bio

Jubilee - Works of Mercy

Presenter:  Professor Margaret O’Connor AM

In November, Margaret O’Connor presented on Care at the end of life.

View: Jubilee – Works of Mercy

Professor Margaret O’Connor’s Bio

 

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