Parishes host Shroud of Turin exhibit
SAN DIEGO — Local parishes, in collaboration with JP2 Catholic Radio, will host the traveling “Man of the Shroud Exhibit.”
The free exhibit features 41 life-size panels that explore the historical context and scientific studies of the Shroud of Turin, which many believe is the burial shroud of Jesus Christ. Visitors will also experience an immersive display, including authentic artifacts related to the Shroud, a full-size replica of the Shroud, and a life-size statue of Christ in a state of rigor mortis, reflecting the suffering depicted in the Shroud’s image.
Local Catholics can experience the exhibit March 28 to 29 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Ramona; March 29 to April 6 at St. Gabriel Parish, Poway; April 7 to 10 at St. Michael Parish, Poway; April 13 to 16 at St. Mary Parish, El Centro; and May 15 to 18 at Sacred Heart Parish, Coronado. It was already held March 25 to 27 at Sacred Heart Parish in Brawley.
The exhibit is available at no cost to local parishes, schools and Catholic organizations.
For more information about the exhibit, including viewing and presentation times at each parish, or to explore hosting opportunities, visit jp2radio.com/shroud-of-turin-exhibit.
Young adults invited to Lenten Pilgrim Walk
SAN DIEGO — The diocesan Office for Youth and Young Adult Ministry will hold its fifth annual Young Adult Lenten Pilgrim Walk on Saturday, March 29.
Participants will meet at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Cathedral, which has been designated as the pilgrimage church for local faithful during the Jubilee Year.
Through Jan. 6, 2026, the global Church is celebrating Jubilee Year 2025, a special period of repentance, conversion and striving for greater holiness. The theme is “Pilgrims of Hope.”
A bus will transport pilgrims to Immaculate Conception Parish in Old Town, where the group will walk the 6 miles back to the cathedral. For those interested in making a shorter pilgrimage, there are options to join at the 5-mile and 2-mile marks.
There will be fellowship, prayer and opportunities for spiritual direction and confession. Mass will be at 5:15 p.m. and dinner at 6:15 p.m.
For information, call (858) 490-8260 or email yamsd@sdcatholic.org.
Palm Sunday Concert to feature Rutter’s ‘Requiem’
SAN DIEGO — The St. Thérèse of Carmel Choir will present its annual Palm Sunday Concert at 3 p.m., April 13.
The free, public event will be followed by a reception.
This year’s program includes John Rutter’s “Requiem” and settings of Psalm 42 by Giovanni Palestrina, Felix Mendelssohn and Healey Willan.
Completed in 1985, Rutter’s “Requiem” integrates both the Latin Requiem texts and English Psalm 23 (“The Lord Is My Shepherd”) and Psalm 130 (“Out of the Depths”).
Under the direction of Catherine Marshall, the choir will be accompanied by concert organist Emma Whitten and a group of professional instrumentalists. For over 20 years, the choir’s Palm Sunday concerts have offered a spiritually reflective experience and set the tone for Holy Week.
St. Thérèse of Carmel Parish is located at 4355 Del Mar Trails Road, San Diego 92130.
For more information, visit stocsd.org or call (858) 481-3232.
All Hallows performing ‘Lenten Sketches’
LA JOLLA — All Hallows Parish will present “The Lenten Sketches” by Joseph Martin at 4 p.m., Palm Sunday, April 13.
The cantata, a moving reflection on Jesus’ passion, will be performed by the All Hallows Choir. There is no cost to attend.
For more information, call (858) 459-2975.
‘Choral Tenebrae’ to be held on Good Friday
LA MESA — St. Martin of Tours Parish in La Mesa will present “A Choral Tenebrae Meditation on The Passion” by Lani Smith.
It will be held at 7 p.m., Good Friday, April 18. This cantata journeys from the days before Jesus’ death through his crucifixion.
The service combines powerful choral music, readings and dramatic lighting. Communion and veneration of the cross will follow.
For more information, call (619) 465-5334.
