October 9, 2025

EMMITSBURG, MD – The Sisters and Daughters of Charity welcomed more than 400 visitors to the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton on Sunday, Oct. 5, for its annual Pilgrimage for the Sea Services. The Most Reverend Gregg M. Caggianelli, Ch, Col, USAF, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS), was the principal celebrant and homilist for the 3:30 p.m. Mass, which was broadcast Sunday night on EWTN. The pilgrimage is celebrated each year on the first Sunday in October to seek Mother Seton’s intercession for the safety of those serving at sea, including the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, and Public Health Services.