Walk. Love. Rebuild.

Even where there are deepening divisions, love is possible. Even when there is suffering, joy is possible. Even in the midst of brokenness, rebuilding is possible. A simple, singing monk from the 13th century just might be able to teach us what is still possible—for us, today. Join our virtual journey as we follow the path of the young Francis, through the narrow stone streets of Assisi and along the dirt trails of the Umbrian countryside. Share in his story of transformation from rich kid to joy-filled fool for Christ. Along with Clare and their many followers, Francis’ full-hearted embodiment of the way of Jesus sparked a deeply felt renewal within the Church. Their lives still speak to us and the church today. Encounter God with us over this audio-guided, five-walk series in the Divine Way (Via Divina).

SINGLE USE LICENSE

For groups exceeding 20, feel free to email us for discounts and potential customized experiences.

FIVE WALKS

Each audio-guided excursion will help you immerse yourself in the love of Jesus through the stories of Francis and Clare, from scripture and fellow sojourners

OUTDOORS & ONLINE

Put in your headphones and step out your door. Check the community website for additional resources.

WHO

Who. Anyone who wants to explore the practice of pilgrimage, learn about Franciscan spirituality and deepen their spiritual walk.

PRICING

National experience: $50
Special rates available for InterVarsity staff and students.
Contact us for pricing options for running your own Via Divina.

CUSTOMIZE

Choose to participate in our nationally led experiences or request a package to run your own Via Divina with a group.

VIDEOS

Enrich your experience with additional short videos that take you into places around Assisi and in a conversation with a modern-day Franciscan priest.

DEBRIEF GROUPS

To process your experience, you're encouraged to debrief with others in small groups at a pace that matches the timing of your overall pilgrimage.

AND MORE...

After each walk, you'll be equipped with additional resources to help you recognize and reflect upon the sacred in the everyday.

You're invited to...

Learn how Francis’ life story included SUFFERING, both chosen and unchosen, and yet embodied a deep JOY in his preaching and life. 

Discover how after hearing the call to “rebuild my church,” Francis sold his possessions to live a life of simplicity and POVERTY finding a new kind of ABUNDANCE.

Follow Clare in her monastic calling as she cultivated a rich inner life with Jesus, through rhythms of CONTEMPLATION within COMMUNITY.

Journey with Francis as he sought to MAKE PEACE between enemies and between people and creation. 

Respond to God’s call to Francis’ to “REBUILD MY CHURCH” which was a call to live a life of relentless love that emulates Jesus in a time when church was entangled with empire.