As part of the Jubilee of People with Disabilities, the Church of Our Lady of Fatima in the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, organized a day-long pilgrimage for physically challenged parishioners on July 19.
The pilgrimage to Jesus Caritas Church in Kepong, about 20 kilometers from the home parish was a special journey in many ways, with most pilgrims requiring special care.
The virtues of faith, hope, and charity shone through as pilgrims stepped up as “buddies” to assist one another: walking side by side, helping others on and off vehicles, and guiding the visually impaired up steps and around the church grounds.
Volunteers from the host parish warmly welcomed the group and shared insights about the church’s history, its magnificent statues, and the various paintings that adorn its sacred spaces.
There was a moment of deep reflection and reconciliation as pilgrims gathered around the relic of St. Maria Goretti, the young virgin martyr who famously forgave her attacker at the age of 11.
“The intercession of the young saint was sought for all the young ones in our families and parish,” said Fr. Simon Lau, parish priest of Jesus Caritas Church.
The pilgrimage culminated in a time of silent prayer in the chapel, as pilgrims listened quietly for the gentle voice of God.
The pilgrims expressed heartfelt thanks to their parish priest and the various parish ministries for organizing what many described as an unforgettable day in their lives.
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