Goričani Pilgrimage to Marija Bistrica Attracts Hundreds of Faithful

A large group of parishioners from the Goričani parish undertook a traditional pilgrimage to the national shrine of Our Lady of Bistrica in Croatia. The journey featured communal prayer, thanksgiving and a program at the sanctuary, where participants sought peace, strength and blessings for their families and the wider community. The annual pilgrimage continues a long‑standing tradition that unites generations and reinforces communal religious values, drawing pilgrims from across Croatia and abroad.

Organisers highlighted the event’s role in fostering spiritual solidarity and preserving a key element of the country's Catholic heritage.