Jubilee of People with Disabilities

A Pilgrimage to Rome With JD & Kate Flynn

April 26 - May 2, 2025

About

Join JD & Kate Flynn, in partnership with Verso Ministries, on pilgrimage to the Jubilee of People with Disabilities. Gather with the universal Church in Rome to recognize the dignity of those with disabilities and honor the unique gifts they bring to the Church and the world. This handcrafted journey invites you into a prayerful, authentic, and joyful encounter with the centuries-old practice of Jubilee pilgrimage. Visit Major Basilicas of Rome, enter through the Holy Doors, embrace the Holy Father’s call to be pilgrims of hope, and participate in the Church’s celebration of the place people with disabilities have in the Body of Christ.

Trip Details

Group Type

Open to All, Jubilee of People With Disabilities

Length

7 days, 6 nights

Accommodations

Standard

Cost

As low as

$3,298

Deposit:

$500

What's Included

Verso pilgrimage director
Local Tour Escort, supplemented by local guides
Verso Jubilee formation resources
Custom booklet for each pilgrim
All tickets and donations for included activities listed on itinerary
Standard accommodations
Breakfast daily at hotel, 5 dinners
Audio headsets (if group is larger than 20)
Registration with Jubilee Committee with access to events
Transportation on private motorcoach

Itinerary

April 26
Depart for Rome
  • Depart from U.S.
April 27
Arrive in the Eternal City
  • Arrive in Rome
  • Transfer from the Rome airport to the hotel and check-in
  • Welcome Mass at a local church near hotel
  • Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Rome
  • Meals Included: Dinner
April 28
St. Mary Major, Jubilee Mass
  • Visit the Basilica of St. Mary Major, the oldest Marian shrine in the West containing a relic of the manger, and walk through the Holy Door, with the option for confession
  • Jubilee Mass in St. Peter’s Square at 5pm to open the Jubilee of People with Disabilities, one of the Jubilee Days designated by the Holy See as part of the Jubilee Year to celebrate the dignity and value of different groups of people who contribute to the richness and diversity of the Church community
  • Group dinner at a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Rome
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
April 29
Jubilee Events with the Pope
  • Morning Mass at a local church near hotel
  • The celebrations for the Jubilee of People with Disabilities continue on for a second day as part of the Church’s official recognition of the value and gifts which people with disabilities, being made to the image of God, bring to the Church and highlighting their unique place in making up the Body of Christ
  • Jubilee Meeting with Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square at 11am
  • Jubilee Welcome Lunch in the Gardens of the City at 1pm
  • Jubilee Celebration Event in the Gardens of the City 3pm to 7pm
  • Group dinner at the hotel
  • Overnight in Rome
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
April 30
Outside the Walls
  • Mass at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, the least crowded and most peaceful of Rome’s major basilicas, with a chance to pray at the tomb of St. Paul and walk through the Holy Door
  • Optional afternoon walking tour of Roman City Center, including Piazza Navona, the Pantheon (exterior), and various churches such as Sant’Agostino, the Gesú, Santi XII Apostoli, and more
  • Otherwise, free afternoon
  • Pizza-making class for a group dinner
  • Overnight in Rome
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
May 1
St. Peter's Basilica
  • Private Mass in the crypt at St. Peter’s Basilica, the heart of the Universal Church, followed by a tour of the Basilica and walk through the Holy Door
  • Optional afternoon visit to the Basilica of St. John Lateran, the Holy Stairs, and Santa Croce via public transportation
  • Otherwise, free afternoon
  • Farewell dinner in local restaurant
  • Overnight in Rome
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
May 2
Depart Rome & Continue the Journey
  • Transfer to airport and depart Rome
  • Meals included: Breakfast

Pricing

As low as

$3,298

Package Cost (without savings)

$3,298

Trip Savings

Children ages 2-12
Save $500 / person
Infants Under 2 in Crib
Save $2,998 / person

Optional Add-ons

Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide, meals, transportation, & hotels
$101 / person
Single room supplement (limited availability)
Contact Verso Ministries
Travel protection
Quote available upon registration*

Pricing listed per person in double, triple, or quad-occupancy rooms and does not include airfare.

A minimum of fifteen pilgrims (excluding infants) must register by January 24, 2025 in order for the pilgrimage to proceed.

The hotel has wheelchair accessible rooms, as well as triple and quad configurations suitable for families. Exact rooming structure will be determined following registration. If you are in need of a single room, please contact Verso Ministries at 574-383-9396 or hello@versoministries.com.

*Travel protection premium is calculated based on a variety of factors and optional plans are provided by Travel Insured International

Rates assume a minimum of 20 full-paying pilgrims.

  • Roundtrip airfare
  • Passport, visa, or luggage fees
  • Any personal purchases
  • Any required COVID tests or vaccinations
  • Meals while traveling, as well as lunches
  • Drinks at meals
  • Recommended travel protection (optional add-on)
  • Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide(s), driver(s), and meals (optional add-on)
  • Anything else not explicitly mentioned as included

Designated arrival and departures times

  • Arrival information
    • Arrive by: April 27, 2025
    • Arrival time: Arrive by 12:00 P.M.
    • Arrival airport: Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO)
    • Arrival transfer: Transfer as one group from the airport to the hotel.
  • Departure information
    • Depart on: May 2, 2025
    • Departure time: Depart any time on May 2
    • Departure airport: Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO)
    • Departure transfer: Transfer as one group from the hotel to the airport.

Want help arranging your flights?

Learn more information about the Jubilee Year and why Jubilee pilgrimage is important in the life of the Church.

Standard Accommodations

The hotel has double, triple, and quad configurations available. There is also the option to add a crib to a room for infants under 2.

All payments are submitted by individual pilgrims to Verso Ministries according to the payment schedule listed below:

$1649 deposit / person due at the time of registration
Final balance due February 20, 2025

Those that had previously submitted a deposit to Verso Ministries will have that deposit applied to their account following registration.

Final package price is estimated. Pricing is based on currency exchange rates as of December 2024. Any drastic fluctuations in currency exchange rates may impact final pricing. If you have any questions about pricing and when final pricing decisions will be communicated, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time.

 

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be submitted to Verso Ministries in written form and received via email or mail. Any refunds, as applicable, will be processed based on the date stamp of email or mail received. Cancellation fees are for individual pilgrims and fees will be charged per person per booking.

Cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds are subject to cancellation fees at the rates listed here.

  • After deposit until February 19, 2025 65% of the trip cost
  • February 20, 2025 or after. 100% of trip cost (no refund given)

Any cancellation charges incurred from other suppliers or vendors (flight, lodging, ground transportation, tickets, etc.) may come in addition to the administrative fees listed here. All group flight airline tickets, optional excursions, trip options, pre/post extensions, private transfers, and additional hotel nights are non-refundable 100 days or less prior to departure unless otherwise noted.

If the pilgrimage is canceled due to low registration, Verso Ministries will refund all registered pilgrims all monies paid.

FAQ

Click here to learn more about the Jubilee Year and why Jubilee pilgrimages are important in the life of the Church. Additionally, check out our Pilgrim Support Center for answers to more frequently asked questions!

The sooner you register for the pilgrimage, the better! Not only does registering early guarantee you a spot on the pilgrimage before the departure fills up, but you don’t want to miss out on available discounts, including the early bird savings (see “Trip Savings” in the Pricing section above more details). Also, there is no risk for 14-days after you register should you then have to cancel (must register 180 days or more prior to departure). So let’s say you register for a pilgrimage, but then realize you can no longer attend, as long as you cancel your pilgrimage within 14-days of registering and registered more than 180s days prior to the departure, then we will fully refund your deposit no questions asked. Just send us a written confirmation of your cancellation and we will take care of the rest. Plus, the sooner you register the sooner your journey begins. Register today!

There is no risk! Your deposit will be fully refunded as long as you cancel within 14-days of registering and you have registered more than 180 days or more prior to departure. With no risk, why wait? Get registered today!

Registration closes when the pilgrimage reaches the maximum number of pilgrims. If the pilgrimage is filled when you register, you will be added to our waiting list, and contacted in the event that space on the pilgrimage becomes available. Don’t miss your chance, register now and begin your journey.

We highly recommend that all pilgrims buy travel protection. Travel protection is not only for peace of mind, but helps protect you and those you are traveling with from unforeseen emergencies, which always seem to happen at the worst possible time. In the event of emergencies, both before and during your travels, as well other circumstances, like travel delay, lost baggage, missed connection(s), and much more, travel protection can help. Upon registration you will receive a travel protection quotation. If you have any questions regarding your quotation, please call the issuing company. If you need an updated or new quotation, please contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at 574-383-9396. We are happy to help!

Including optional add-ons with your pilgrimage can really add to your experience whether it is one of the optional extension or arranging an extra night stay beforehand so you are rested when the pilgrimage begins. If you would to add on any optional arrangements, as listed above, please email us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at 574-383-9396.

A pilgrimage, at its simplest, is a trip of faith. Which means a pilgrimage can be anything from a walk around your city to an encounter of Jesus in the Holy Land. For Catholics, it’s a trip of faith that people have been taking for hundreds or even thousands of years, many times in the same exact places you can visit today. It’s an opportunity to experience the spots God has made his presence known most in time and space, whether that’s where Jesus walked, where Mary appeared, or where the saints have lived and worked.

At Verso, we believe in crafting pilgrimages that offer you a view of God’s world and his work in it that you can’t get anywhere else. We believe everything from the holy sites, to the meals, to daily Mass, to your fellow pilgrims are ways God can speak to you, which means we’re intentional about it all. We also believe a pilgrimage isn’t just the days you travel, it’s how you prepare from the moment you sign up, to the days and weeks after you arrive home. Which means it’s our intention to shepherd you through the entire process — before, during, and after — so you can have the best, most transformative experience possible. We’re not just travel experts, we’re experts in Catholic pilgrimage.

We know from experience that preparing for a journey is just as important as the journey itself. Our goal is to make sure you’re physically, logistically, and spiritually ready for your pilgrimage. You’ll receive essential emails that will walk you through the process and give you ways to prepare your mind and heart for what you’ll encounter. A pre-trip webinar will make sure you are in touch with the Verso leader of the trip, can get trip-specific info, and can ask questions. We’ll send you a pilgrim kit that contains a comprehensive booklet for your trip along with some Verso swag (such as a bag, pen, and sticker) that you can bring along with you on your pilgrimage. And of course, we’re always available by phone or email if you have any questions or special needs.

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Activity Level

Easy
This trip’s activity level is easy. It’s recommended that travelers be in good health to enjoy this itinerary and be able to walk and climb stairs on their own. Trips at this activity level may include half or full-day itineraries with 1-3 hours of leisurely walking per day on smooth or slightly inclined terrain. The pace is more relaxed, with opportunities to rest throughout the day.

Moderate
This trip’s activity level is moderate. Travelers must be in good health and be in good physical condition to enjoy this itinerary. Travelers must be able to walk and climb stairs on their own. Trips at this activity level may include full-day itineraries of 3-5 hours of walking at a normal to brisk pace per day on varied terrain including uneven surfaces, stairs, and hills. The pace is faster and more demanding, with some breaks throughout the day.

Difficult
This trip’s activity level is difficult. Travelers must be in good health and physically fit to enjoy this itinerary. Trips at this activity level may include full-day itineraries with up to 5-7 hours of walking at normal to brisk pace per day on varied terrain including uneven surfaces, stairs, and steep hills. The pace is vigorous and demanding, with little down time each day.

Accommodation Level

Simple
For the duration of your trip, enjoy a range of lodging accommodations — from quaint guesthouses to simple-styled hotels. Discover a newfound appreciation for each of these locations which often have a unique character of their own. With your private bathroom and sleeping quarters, these locations will provide you with a clean, comfortable, and cozy place to settle into during your journey.

Standard
Venues at this level will provide you with the best accommodations at a reasonable cost. Not only will you have access to modern amenities and services, but special care is taken to ensure hotels are located in close proximity to the area’s local attractions. Expect your stay at this level to provide you with an added feeling of comfortability and convenience as you experience your pilgrimage.

Premium
Your stay at the premium level will ensure that your travel involves the opportunity to experience some of the most unique and luxurious stays that a destination has to offer. You’ll find that traveling at this level will afford you the opportunity to optimize your experience at each spot. From fine dining to scenic views, anticipate that your pilgrimage will provide you with breathtaking experiences no other location could provide.

How will I know what my stay will be like?
Each of our pilgrimage locations come with their own unique accommodations. From simple to luxurious, you can know that the care and satisfaction of each pilgrim is our greatest priority. While specific amenities will vary, we are sure that each of these handpicked locations will leave you rested, rejuvenated, and ready for each day.

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