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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.

Please register in advance so we can plan accordingly for the expected number of people. All events are free!

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Route—Diocese of St. Augustine, Florida

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 Pentecost 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.

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.

Additional National Shrine Events—Memorial Day Weekend

These events enrich the pilgrimage weekend at the National Shrine, Mission Nombre de Dios, and along the First Coast Camino. These events are in addition to the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage schedule above.

Friday, May 22—National Shrine Our Lady of La Leche Shrine, St. Augustine

12:00 p.m. · Pilgrim Mass — Main Church
1:00–3:00 p.m. · Exposition — MainChurch
6:00–8:00 p.m. · Sacrament of Reconciliation (additional availability; multiple locations around the Shrine)
5:30–9:00 p.m. · Opening Concert & Welcome on the Great Cross Ellipse NOTE: This event requires a paid ticket for entry.
4:00–10:00 p.m. · Food trucks on the Shrine field
Hospitality: Rest tents, picnic/family games; extended Gift Shop hours and National Eucharistic Pilgrimage souvenir tent

Saturday, May 23—National Shrine Our Lady of La Leche Shrine, St. Augustine

Sacraments & Devotions

12:00 p.m. · Pilgrim Mass — Main Church
1:30 P.M. · Spanish Mass— Main Church
8:30–11:30 a.m. & 3:00–7:00 p.m. · Reconciliation (additional availability; multiple Shrine locations)
8:00 A.M. – 5:00 p.m. · Exposition — Historic Chapel
Periodic Group Devotions (all day): Rosary (Rosary Garden); Seven Sorrows of Mary (Sacred Acre; every ~2 hours); Stations of the Cross (Great Cross Ellipse) · 8:30 p.m. · Candlelit Rosary (Rosary Garden)

First Coast Camino (Order of Malta)

6:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. · Truncated Camino walk from the Shrine through Vilano (key connections to First Coast Camino)
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. · Arrival window for full Camino hikers; Shrine receiving line open for passport stamps & certificates (sign‑up via Order of Malta website)

Learn more about the First Coast Camino, the Feast of St. James and the connections to Camino Santiago.

Events & Speaker Series (Father Lopez Room unless otherwise noted)

Lecture series: Flagler history; Lesson on the Rosary; Florida Martyrs; discussions with religious orders (e.g., SCTJM)
2:00–3:30 p.m. · Modified Founders’ Day Landing ceremony → procession of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage ceremonial monstrance (empty) to the Main Church in preparation for Sunday’s Mass; reenactor “celebrity” photo opportunities at various Shrine locations afterward
EWTN “Hidden Gems” screenings throughout the weekend (Father Lopez Room)
Offsite city walking tours at periodic times; Tram service to city center (Cathedral Basilica; St. Benedict the Moor relics tours)
Ministry display tables (e.g., KofC, HLD) at the Welcome Center (Gift Shop/Museum), 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 24—National Shrine Our Lady of La Leche Shrine, St. Augustine

1:00 p.m. · Pilgrim Mass — Main Church
Service Project

Monday, May 25—National Shrine Our Lady of La Leche Shrine, St. Augustine

Prior to 12:00 p.m. · Memorial Day wreath ceremony (Shrine grounds)
12:00 p.m. Mass — Rustic Altar
Hosting: EP Cadre’s Retreat on Shrine grounds (daytime)

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

Accessibility

The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche is wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking is available in designated areas in the National Shrine parking lot. A limited number of wheelchairs are available on site, on a first-come, first-served basis. For questions regarding accessibility, please contact info@missionandshrine.org.