“Take courage... for God has granted safety to all who sail with you.” – Acts 27:24 Pilgrimage is an ancient practice
—a journey of the body that reflects a deeper journey of the soul. As Anglicans setting out on pilgrimage to Malta, we
travel not as tourists, but as seekers, walking prayerfully in the footsteps of those who have gone before us in faith.
This small island nation, nestled in the heart of the Mediterranean, holds within its shores the powerful memory of
St. Paul’s shipwreck, a turning point that led to the Gospel being proclaimed in Malta for the first time. His
experience—of hardship, hospitality, and divine providence—speaks deeply to all who seek God in times of
uncertainty and transition.

As we visit sites such as St. Paul’s Bay, the Grotto in Rabat, the historic cities of Valletta and Mdina, and the
tranquil island of Gozo, we are invited to reflect on the presence of God not only in sacred places, but also in the
storms, journeys, and encounters of our own lives. Malta offers a rich encounter with Christian tradition—one that
spans Roman Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant heritage—and gives us space to pray, to listen, and to be
renewed.

Together, as Anglicans, we come to Malta in the spirit of unity, openness, and shared devotion, mindful of our
place within the wider body of Christ. May this pilgrimage be for each of us a time of spiritual refreshment, deeper
communion with God, and a renewed sense of calling in the world.

We travel not alone, but as companions on the Way - pilgrims, following the risen Christ.