As we enter the final stretch of the Jubilee year of Hope, NASPA wanted to take a moment to pause and reflect on what Shrines have experienced since Last December. The jubilee officially ends on January 6th, 2026, which leaves pilgrims just under 40 days to gain the special plenary indulgence.

On the Feast Day of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, November 13th, we are excited to announce that the 2026 NASPA Convention will take place at the Mother Cabrini Shrine in Golden, Colorado. The Convention dates will be Sunday, September 13 - Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Tickets will go on sale in the new year. Mother Cabrini, Pray for Us

NASPA Convention Attendees pose for a group photo at the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine in Oklahoma City September 16, 2025 New Faces on the Board At the NASPA Annual Business Meeting on September 17th, the board welcomed three new members. Fr. Christopher Iwancio, OFM Cap, president of Modern Catholic Pilgrim, Julia Attaway, executive director of St. Frances Cabrini Shrine in New York City, and Fr. John Kettelberger, CM, rector of the Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in...