Along the Route
Local Attractions
Churches, stores, and landmarks near the pilgrimage route through Muenster, Lindsay, and Gainesville.
Parish Churches
Three Catholic parishes anchor the pilgrimage route — each playing a unique role in the walk from the Red River to Palm Sunday Mass.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Muenster, TX
Sacred Heart is the destination parish for the pilgrimage and the site of the closing Palm Sunday Mass. Check-in for the walk also begins here. Founded by German Catholic settlers, Sacred Heart has been the spiritual heart of Muenster since 1889.
305 N Mesquite St
Muenster, TX 76252
(940) 759-2500
St. Peter Catholic Church
Lindsay, TX
St. Peter Parish in Lindsay provides volunteer support along the middle section of the route. The small community of Lindsay was founded by German Catholic immigrants and remains a deeply Catholic town along the pilgrimage path.
201 N Main St
Lindsay, TX 76250
(940) 668-7505
St. Mary Catholic Church
Gainesville, TX
St. Mary Parish in Gainesville supports the southern portion of the route with volunteers and logistics. Gainesville serves as a key staging area for pilgrims traveling from the North or south on I-35 to join the walk.
911 S Denton St
Gainesville, TX 76240
(940) 665-8206
Nearby Stores
Need last-minute supplies before or during the pilgrimage? These stores are located near the route.
Fischer's Grocery Store
Muenster, TX
A Muenster institution since 1929, Fischer's is a full-service local grocery store in the heart of town. Stock up on snacks, drinks, and last-minute supplies right in Muenster before or after the walk.
Dollar General
Muenster, TX
Conveniently located on Highway 82 in Muenster, this Dollar General carries basic first aid supplies, snacks, socks, and other essentials that pilgrims may need before the walk begins.
Walmart Supercenter
Gainesville, TX
The nearest full-size Walmart is located in Gainesville off I-35. This is the best option for pilgrims who need to purchase gear, footwear, rain gear, or a full supply run before the pilgrimage begins.
Pray Without Ceasing
Walk in His Footsteps
Sacred Heart of Jesus
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."
The Way of the Cross
"Take up your cross and follow me." — Matthew 16:24
Our Lady, Queen of Pilgrims
Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.