Welcome to
Pilgrim Portal of Hope
🕊️ "Hope is the fuel of those who walk with God."
Saint Augustine
Portal Presentation
Have you ever walked with your heart?
In the silence of the road, God speaks.
In the pilgrim's sweat, faith is strengthened.
In fatigue, Maria extends her hand.
Because hope… does not disappoint.
(Romans 5:5)
🕊️ “Rejoicing in hope, persevering in tribulation, constant in prayer” (Rom 12:12). Inspired by these words of Saint Paul and guided by the maternal hands of Our Lady of Aparecida, this space of faith, communion and mission was born.
Pilgrim of Hope is a portal focused on evangelization and we take this opportunity to promote the Caminho da Fé, a spiritual route that starts in Águas da Prata and heads to the Marian heart of Brazil — the National Shrine of Aparecida; the Caminho do Sol, a route between the cities of Santana de Parnaíba and Águas de São Pedro, in the state of São Paulo, whose route was inspired by the Camino de Santiago de Compostela; and the Pilgrimage of Pirapora do Bom Jesus, which leaves from several cities in the region and heads to the Shrine of Senhor Bom Jesus de Pirapora, in the city of Pirapora do Bom Jesus. These routes are an invitation to experience silence, prayer and a reunion with God, step by step, as true pilgrims who walk with hearts full of hope.
More than a physical itinerary, we want to help you follow an inner path, moved by faith and sustained by the presence of Mary, who guides us to meet her Son Jesus. As the Lord himself taught us on the cross: “Behold, your mother” (Jn 19:27).
Our desire is to walk with you, sharing reflections, testimonies, prayers and practical guidance for those who wish to begin or deepen their spiritual journey.
Soon, we will also be offering products under the Pilgrim of Hope brand, designed with love for pilgrims: t-shirts, caps, backpacks and other items that combine utility and spirituality. And, in due time, we will also share about the Camino de Santiago de Compostela, in Spain — an ancient route that inspires hearts all over the world.
As mentioned, the Portal Peregrino da Esperança is focused on evangelization and only publicizes the Caminho da Fé, the Caminho do Sol and the Pilgrimage of Senhor Bom Jesus de Pirapora, presenting only the original and main routes of the paths.
We would like to point out that the Caminho da Fé is coordinated and preserved by the Associação dos Amigos do Caminho da Fé, an entity responsible for the legal and institutional maintenance of the route. It ensures the operational structure, the protection of the “Caminho da Fé” brand — officially registered — and the strategic planning necessary so that more and more pilgrims can make this crossing with safety, faith and hope.
The Pilgrim of Hope page is more than a name: it is a vocation. It is the call to live as sons and daughters of the promise, who walk with Mary, confident that hope does not disappoint (cf. Rom 5:5).
Walk with us. Let us evangelize with our feet on the ground and our hearts in heaven.
Maria Bernadette Miranda
Luiz Eduardo Miranda Jose Rodrigues
Mission, Vision and Values of the Pilgrim Portal of Hope
🕊️ “No matter how difficult a path may be, remember that the journey is always worth it when guided by hope.”
🕊️ Mission:
To inspire, evangelize and accompany pilgrims on their journey of faith, promoting an encounter with God through testimony, prayer and Marian devotion. The Pilgrims of Hope Portal seeks to be a bridge between the pilgrim's heart and the Shrine, cultivating spirituality, communion and hope.
🕊️ Vision:
To be a reference of faith and spirituality for all those who follow pilgrimage paths, especially the Camino de la Fe in Brazil and, in the future, the Camino de Santiago de Compostela. We want to grow as a virtual community of support, formation and inspiration for those who walk with Mary towards Jesus.
🕊️ Values:
Faith: the basis of every step, supported by the Word and example of Mary.
Hope: the light that guides hearts even in the difficult moments of the journey.
Charity: concrete love for one's neighbor, lived on the path and in sharing.
Marian Devotion: walking with Mary as a model of faith and perfect disciple.
Pilgrim Spirituality: simplicity, prayer and acceptance as a lifestyle.
Commitment to the Truth: evangelizing with authenticity, fidelity to the Church and respect for Catholic doctrine.
Hospitality: welcoming everyone as brothers and sisters on the journey.