Pilgrimages evoke our earthly journey toward heaven and are traditionally very special occasions for renewal in prayer. For pilgrims seeking living water, shrines are special places for living the forms of Christian prayer “in Church.” – Catechism of the Catholic Church 2691 

One of Australia’s most magnificent churches, the Divine Mercy Shrine is a place of tranquility and a popular place of pilgrimage with many pilgrims visiting each year. With its striking exterior design and towering presence, the Divine Mercy Shrine is a beautiful example of Sacred Classical Christian Architecture.

We host retreats and pilgrimages from all over Australia and around the world every year. Contact our team if you are interested in hosting your next retreat or pilgrimage at Divine Mercy Shrine.

What do domes symbolise in architecture?

The domes themselves were more than an architectural phenomenon but were symbols of religious belief. Often built to represent the heavens, domes were decorated and stylised accordingly. Their circular shape represented eternity while the apex, which was often the highest point of the building, pointed to the heavens.

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