Walking Through Scripture: A Resource for Pilgrims Today
Fleur Dorrell • August 1, 2025
'Walking through Scripture' is a free and creative new resource by Fleur Dorrell.
It's designed for any one or any group who are:
- About to embark on a pilgrimage.
- Walking from one church to another.
- Visiting a shrine or sacred place.
- Walking as an opportunity to pray, reflect and meditate in the open air.
- At home and wishing to make a spiritual walk with God.
Follow in the footsteps of Bible characters and the different reasons that people walked in the Bible.
If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit.
Galatians 5:25
Please click on the button below to find and download the resource.
Fleur Dorrell, Biblical Apostolate Manager
Faith & Formation Manager
Catholic Bishops' Conference of England & Wales
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