25 years of pilgrimage: Reservists celebrate with pride and tradition in Wittibreut!
25 years of pilgrimage: Reservists celebrate with pride and tradition in Wittibreut!
The traditional pilgrimage of the reservists in the Rottal-Inn district took place for the 25th time this year. Under the organization of the reservist comradeship Wittibreut, participants from all over southern Bavaria gathered in the municipality of Wittibreut in order to commit this festive occasion together. The reception of the pilgrims began on Friday evening in the parish home of St. Jacob, which the parish traditionally is available for such events.
With a lot of commitment and conscientious preparations, the reservists and their relatives ensured that the pilgrimage could run smoothly. The route was explored beforehand, food for the evening and breakfast was prepared, and even the necessary security measures were organized. Everything was perfect for the upcoming pilgrimage path that should lead the participants through the autumn landscape.
God's blessing for the long way
In the early Saturday morning at 4:30 a.m., the broadcasting ceremony in the parish church began, led by Martin Becker, the pastor from Velburg. With the blessing of God and the sound of the bells, the pilgrims made their way to their destination, the pilgrimage site Altötting, which is 32 kilometers away. The torchlight procession illuminated the darkness and created a special atmosphere. The first rays of sun showed up when the Zeilarn group passed, but thick fog in Perach am Inn kept the warming sun rays away. After a rest on the Peracher swimming lake, in which the pilgrims could fortify themselves, the fog gradually cleared.
The highlight of the morning was certainly the solemn reception at the Gries car park, where they were expected by Father Berthold, accompanied by a crossbarrow. The moving into the Holy Chapel of Altötting, accompanied by the bell of the nearby places of worship, was a moving and moving moment for everyone involved.
anniversary and warm welcome
Arrived in front of the chapel, the pilgrim group was officially welcomed by Father Berthold. On the occasion of the anniversary, Mayor Christine Moser also came to express their appreciation to the participants. The deputy district administrator Edeltraud Plattner also did not miss the opportunity to thank the reservists and to express their respect for the organization of this pilgrimage. The pilgrimage office afterwards took place in the St. Josefs Church of the Congregatio of Jesus, where Father Patrick, the military pastor, held a moving sermon. He found the right words for the reservists and enveloped the room into a spiritual atmosphere.friendly reception in the town hall of Altötting
At the end of the official program, the mayor of the city of Altötting, Stephan Antwerp, welcomed the pilgrims in the town hall. He introduced the city to the participants and explained some interesting facts about the region and the pilgrimage tradition. This contributed to further consolidating the sense of community among the pilgrims.According to the numerous program items, the subsequent stop in a nearby inn was a happy moment for everyone. Here the reservists had the opportunity to exchange ideas and review the experiences of the day. It was a moment of cosiness before the participants said goodbye and started their way home. The view was already on the next year, where you want to meet again in Wittibreut.
The pride of the pilgrimage route covered over 32 kilometers could be seen to the participants of the 25th Rottal reservists. - Photos: red
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