Italy! Locally
Wed, Nov 09
|Chicago
Rome, Lombardi, Pompeii and More
Date, Time, & Location
Nov 09, 2022, 9:10 AM – 4:00 PM
Chicago
About the Event
Tour a national shrine dedicated to the diminutive yet indomitable "CEO" for the Sacred Heart, St. Francis Xavier Cabrini, mother to thousands and a Chicago Saint! In addition, tour the church whose apeal drew her to Chicago, Assumption Catholic Church. Built by Italians and heavily influenced by Italy's finest craftsmen, thier intense love for the Madonna is evident. Then get aquainted with Italy's influence at the longest enduring Italian church in Chicago, now especially dedicated to travelers, the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii.
We will lunch at the two level Italian market Eataly - featuring wines, cheeses, Italian kitchen gizmos, and multiple mouthwatering restaurant options. Lunch on your own. Small shrine museum and gift shop also available.
Coach Bus from: Faith, Hope and Charity Catholic Church: 91 Linden St., Winnetka, IL 60093
Fun Fact: Mother Cabrini helped lay brick for the Columbus Hospital extension she founded, and could…
Tickets
Italy! Bus from Winnettka
$58.00
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Because sacred spaces are not market places, all are welcome to come without cost. Registering here indicates you would like to be included and we can contact you about any particulars. We do rely on the majority of participants to purchase tickets or donate something so that we can continue our collaboration and research, but everyone should feel free to join us, for free. All transportation, museum entrance or other fees are required, as well as advance registration.
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