Pilgrimages

In order to focus on the faith and deeds of those who have gone before us, in their lives of love and service, and in order to build community amongst those who seek to serve Christ and Sophia today, the Sophia Foundation of North America has undertaken the following pilgrimages:

2008: to India, the Land of the Seven Holy Rishis. "The Grail goes East and meets the Soul of India", exploring the spiritual streams born in the land of Mother India, and inspired by the "Rose of the World", visiting holy sites sacred to different world religions, and meeting with spiritual leaders of various traditions.
For reports and photos, click here. For background information, readings and meditations, click here.
Map of India with Pilgrimage Route

2006: to Egypt focusing upon "Egypt as an Image of Heaven", the Egyptian mysteries, especially the Divine Feminine, and also upon the historical biblical events that took place in Egypt, including a visit to Mt. Sinai. More information...

2004: to Greece, a pilgrimage to the land of the ancient mysteries, to sow seeds honoring the Divine Feminine, and to unite with the soul and spirit of the Greek mysteries - also to visit the house of Mary in Ephesus and the cave of John on the island of Patmos. More information...

2002: to Italy, the land of the heart, and the land of Saint Peter and Saint Francis of Assisi. A one week workshop at the Raphael "House of Health", study, singing and doing sacred dance. A guided tour of Rome, Venice, Florence and Assisi. More information...

2000: to Chartres Cathedral in France and then to Britain to follow the path of the Druid and Christian mysteries in England, Wales, and Scotland (Iona). More information...

1998: to the south of France to explore the destinies of Lazarus, Mary Magdalene and Martha of the first century, the Grail Mysteries of the ninth century, and the Cathars (thirteenth century). More information...

1997: to the Holy Land of Israel and Palestine to walk in the footsteps of Christ Jesus, Mary, and the Apostles. More information...

1996: to Turkey, exploring the seven cities mentioned in the Book of Revelation, including Ephesus, and also the isle of Patmos, sites Sacred to the Virgin Mary and John the Beloved. More information...