Make a spontaneous decision to come to Caritas of Birmingham, December 8-12.
The Five Days of Prayer for the Reconciling of Ourselves, Our Families and Our Nation Back to God
See below the daily prayer schedule, sites you will pray at, hotel listings near to Caritas, and directions. Or call Caritas in the U.S. at 205-672-2000.
For more information or to contact us for Airline and hotel information call Caritas of Birmingham at:
205-672-2000 ext. 218 (24 hrs)
Or write:
Caritas of Birmingham
100 Our Lady Queen of Peace Drive
Sterrett, AL 35147 USA
Hotel Listings
Based on location, traffic, and proximity to Caritas of Birmingham, the hotels listed below on Hwy 280 are suggested. They are arranged from those closest to those farthest from Caritas. The Hampton Inn is the official Caritas Hotel.
Hampton Inn & Suites, approx. 10 miles, 205-981-0024
Candlewood Suites, approx. 13 miles, 205-995-9242.
Best Western Plus Birmingham Inn & Suites, approx. 15 miles, 205-995-8586.
Call the hotels directly for reservations and availability and mention that you are coming to the Caritas of Birmingham prayer gathering.
Daily Prayer and Event Schedule
5:00 a.m. Morning Prayer Silent prayer in the Field. Dress warmly and bring blankets and flashlights.
6:00 a.m. Angelus
8:00 a.m. Morning Prayer Announcements will be made at this time.
9:45 a.m. Rosary in the Field Two mysteries prayed each day as well as the Novena for the Spiritual Healing of Our Nation.
12:00 p.m. Angelus Wherever you are on the grounds.
3:00 p.m. Chaplet of Divine Mercy (Wherever you are on the grounds.)
• All those attending will need to provide their own transportation to and from Caritas. Parking is available here on the grounds in our parking lot.
• No chairs of any sort are permitted in the Field at any time. For the handicapped, please make arrangements for a wheelchair or a walker with a seat.
• Smoking and pets are strictly prohibited. No video cameras or cell phones allowed on the grounds.
• Modesty code is enforced. Dress for a hike to the Grotto. No sleeveless or low cut shirts, blouses, or sweaters. No short skirts or shorts. No see-through clothing or clothing that has inappropriate writing or pictures on it. Remember this is a holy event.
