Catholic Family’s Norfolk Hike of Hope

A Norfolk-based family group is preparing for a “Hike of Hope” this September, walking from the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich to the Shrine of Our Lady in Walsingham to raise funds for displaced children affected by war, violence and natural disasters.

The pilgrimage, taking place between 19 and 21 September, will cover 38 miles and is being organised by Aloma Do Rozario, who explained:

“Our team is made up of three siblings and our families, 13 of us in total. The youngest member is just four years old, and the eldest are in their late forties. Since learning more about Aid to the Church in Need’s work and the challenges faced by Christians in places like the Holy Land, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Ukraine, we’ve felt called to do more — to help ACN support the faith of our persecuted brothers and sisters.”

The families, from Norwich, Beccles and Bristol, are aiming to raise £1,500 for Aid to the Church in Need (ACN). Aloma added:

“We also hope to inspire other families to take part in similar acts of faith and solidarity.”

This will not be the first challenge the group has undertaken. Last year, they braved freezing conditions to climb Ben Nevis together.

Those taking part include:

• The Pampackal Family (Tony, Aloma & Elizabeth) from St Benet’s Parish, Beccles.

• The Do Rozario Family (Moses, Meghna, Emmanuel, Ezekiel & Elijah) from Portishead, Bristol.

• The Do Rozario Family (Joshua, Mary, Jeremiah, Judith & Marceleno) from St George’s Parish, Norwich.

The younger members of the team spoke about what the pilgrimage means to them. Jeremiah said:

“We’re doing this to support ACN in its mission to help Christians around the world who are in urgent need — providing essentials and strengthening the faith we share.”

Judith added:

“We want to help the Church and people in need, so they can live happier lives and in peace, without war disturbing their faith.”

Elizabeth explained:

“We’re doing this to raise awareness, send prayers, and offer support for our fellow brothers and sisters who need help — through ACN.”

The families are inviting prayers and support for their Hike of Hope as they journey in faith from Norwich to Walsingham.

To support the Hike of Hope click here.

Pictured: The family team of Marcelino, Judith, Elizabeth, Jeremiah, Mary, Aloma, Tony and Joshua with Fr David Paul (left) and Neville Kyrke Smith (right) at St Benet’s, Beccles

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