Diocese of Metuchen Pilgrimage
September 20
On Saturday, September 20, 2025, the faithful of the Diocese of Metuchen are invited to participate in their pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Most Rev. James F. Checchio, Bishop of Metuchen, will be the principal celebrant of the Pilgrimage Mass.
| Time: | Location and Additional Information: |
|---|---|
| 11:00 a.m. | Arrival of Pilgrims – South Circle Greeting by Most Reverend James F. Checchio, Bishop of Metuchen |
| 12:00 p.m. | Angelus – Great Upper Church Welcome: Monsignor Vito A. Buonanno, Director of Pilgrimages |
| 1:00 p.m. | Confessions – Great Upper Church Chapels |
| 1:45 p.m. | Choral Prelude – Great Upper Church |
| 2:15 p.m. | Procession of Images – Great Upper Church |
| 2:30 p.m. | Pilgrimage Mass – Great Upper Church Most Reverend James F. Checchio, Bishop of Metuchen Celebrant & Homilist |
| 4:30 p.m. | Bus Departures – South Circle |
