Camino Manitoba holds spiritual walk
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Every year, about 300,000 people walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain, one of the oldest Christian pilgrimages in the world.
They seek silence and spiritual reflection as they travel 800 kilometres to Santiago de Compostela in the northern part of the country, the burial place of the apostle James.
Not everyone has the time, energy or resources to make such a trip, but Winnipeggers interested in pilgrimages can get a taste of them by joining the Camino Manitoba walk on Saturday (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
“We want to offer people a chance to enjoy the peacefulness and spiritual aspect of walking,” says organizer Gilles Boulley.
Although Boulley has not done the Camino in Spain, he did a week-long pilgrimage in Nova Scotia this summer.
“The biggest thing about it was the power of silence,” he said of the experience. “For me, that was the most transformative aspect.”
Camino Manitoba has done two spring walks, each attracting about 25 walkers. This is its first fall walk.
The day will begin at St. Mary’s Road United Church (613 St. Mary’s Rd.) with a time of reflection. Participants will then walk about 18 km before ending back at the church.
“We try as much as possible to stay off busy roads,” said Boulley, adding next year organizers want to do a three-day pilgrimage in nature in Whiteshell Provincial Park.
People who want to participate in the fall walk should make sure to have good footwear, a bottle of water, clothing appropriate to the weather and a bag lunch, Boulley said.
“It’s a walk with a purpose,” he added, noting there will be times of reflection, sharing, and silence along the way.
For more information, or to register, e-mail caminomanitoba@gmail.com or visit the Camino Manitoba Facebook page.
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