Lewis University students recently participated in a Social Justice Pilgrimage to France from January 1-14, focusing on the life and mission of St. John Baptist de La Salle. The group visited several significant sites connected to De La Salle’s legacy, including Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris, where he attended seminary, and Reims Cathedral, his birthplace and early ministry location.
Gabriel Spears of Barrington, an Aviation Flight Technology student at Lewis University, was among those who took part in the program. The trip concluded at Parmenie, a retreat site important to De La Salle during a challenging period in his life.
The pilgrimage was led by Venus Wozniak, associate director of mission and ministry, and Dr. Jennifer Buss, professor of education. Other participating students included Ariana Barajas, Maria Esparza, Gabriella Filipponi, Sofia Haro, Augusta Harris-Patel, Karen Hernandez, Joseph Holly, Adam Ligenza, Sofia Ramos, Ramiro Regalado, Jisela Rosas, Olivia Sawickis, Ayleen Waldrop, and Micah West.
St. John Baptist de La Salle is known for founding the De La Salle Christian Brothers and is recognized as the patron saint of teachers for his dedication to accessible education. His educational philosophy continues through Lasallian schools worldwide. Lewis University is sponsored by the Christian Brothers of the Midwest.
Lewis University serves about 6,500 students with undergraduate and graduate programs and emphasizes preparing graduates who are intellectually engaged and ethically grounded.
Information from this story was sourced from MeritPages.com
