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The choice of St. Louis as the site for the Beatification was driven by the desire to include the largest number of people possible.  The largest venue in Peoria would not allow more than 15,000 people to participate, whereas the Dome in St. Louis hosted the Papal visit of Pope St. John Paul II in 1999 with more than 100,000 people present.  Since St. Louis is within reasonable driving distance from Peoria, this was seen as an ideal way of accommodating the many people throughout the United States, and even around the world, who have looked forward to sharing in the joy of this celebration.

Pilgrims should also plan to come to Peoria.  Several events will be announced in Peoria for the days before and after the Beatification.

The Foundation is currently receiving a large number of requests for second-class relics which we are working to accommodate. Click here for more information.

First-class relics will only be made available to Catholic ecclesiastical institutions (parishes, religious orders, seminaries, etc.) after the Beatification takes place.  Once they are available, detailed instructions about the required documentation will be posted on the Foundation website.

Make Your Journey a Pilgrimage

As you travel to attend the Beatification Mass of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, we invite you to go deeper—transform your trip into a sacred journey.

The Sheen Pilgrimage is a week-long spiritual experience centered around prayer, reflection, and celebration. Beginning in Peoria, IL, on September 20, this pilgrimage commemorates the anniversary of Sheen’s ordination and culminates in the historic Beatification Mass.

Whether you come for a day or the entire week, this is an opportunity to walk in the footsteps of a remarkable spiritual leader and grow in faith alongside pilgrims from around the world.

What to Expect

Pilgrims will be invited to:

·         Visit key holy sites in and around Peoria

·         Participate in special liturgies, talks, and prayer experiences

·         Join gatherings with fellow pilgrims

·         Attend the Beatification Mass

·         Celebrate at the first annual Sheen Awards

More details will be announced soon—this is just a glimpse of what’s to come.

Thank you for your interest in attending the Beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen. We look forward to welcoming you to this special and prayerful celails will be announced soon—this is just a glimpse of what’s to come.ebration.

For all housing needs, please contact:
Maureen Eskridge
Senior Director, Global Accounts, HelmsBriscoe
Housing Coordinator for the Beatification
meskridge@helmsbriscoe.com

Hotel Reservation links for St. Louis and Peoria will be available soon.  Please check back for updates.

We invite you to check back in the coming weeks as event schedules and additional details are finalized.

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