GOOD FRIDAY NIGHT WALK

“Lift Up” on Good Friday—a pilgrimage of faith, reflection, and hope.

WHAT WAS IT?

Good Friday Night Walk: A Journey of Reflection & Hope

On Good Friday, families and young people were invited to walk together in the spirit of a pilgrimage, inspired by the 2025 Jubilee Year—Pilgrims of Hope. This journey offered an opportunity to step away from the everyday, reflect, and embrace renewal, trust, and transformation.

The Good Friday Night Walk became a meaningful way to connect with the Easter story, with one another, and with the deeper themes of resilience, forgiveness, and hope. Together, we walked from The Monastery in Urrbrae to St Francis Xavier Cathedral in the CBD, stopping at St Raphael’s, Parkside for moments of reflection along the way.

FAQs

This walk was open to everyone, especially families and young people. Whether participants came with friends, family, or on their own, they were part of a welcoming community journeying together.
Our journey began at The Monastery in Urrbrae, where we set off at 7:30 PM. From there, we walked along Glen Osmond Road, making our way towards the city. Along the route, we paused for reflection at St Raphael’s in Parkside before continuing towards our final destination—St Francis Xavier’s Cathedral.
No, this was a free event open to all. However, we kindly asked participants to register so we could plan accordingly. Registration was available via the button at the top of the page.
- Comfortable walking shoes: Make sure your shoes are up for the walk!
- A water bottle: Stay hydrated along the way.
- Snacks: You may want to bring a small snack to keep your energy up during the walk.
- Weather-appropriate clothing: We encourage you to embrace the weather—whether it’s cool or warm, prepare for the conditions of the evening. Bring layers if needed, and an umbrella just in case!
- A small flashlight or phone light (optional): For visibility if needed as we walk into the evening.
The walk covered approximately 6.5 km in total, and we expected it to take around 2 hours of walking time. However, we broke the journey down into two stretches across the evening to allow for reflection, rest, and stops along the way. This made it a comfortable pace for everyone to enjoy the experience!
We provided a lift back to the Monastery from the Cathedral for those who needed it at the end of the night. Mini buses were available, but it was essential to register in advance to reserve a space. Participants secured their spot by completing the registration via the button at the top of the page if they required transport.