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St. Francis of Assisi-St. Blaise Parish Office

St. Francis of Assisi–St. Blaise Church invites parishioners, family members, friends, and fellow Catholics throughout Brooklyn and the surrounding communities to join Fr. Thomas Vassalotti on a faith-filled Jubilee Pilgrimage to Italy, October 19–27, 2026.&nbsp;$4,798 per person&nbsp;&nbsp;
Based on Double Occupancy<h3>For More Information or Reservations</h3>
Fr. Thomas Vassalotti 
St. Francis of Assisi–St. Blaise Church 
(718) 756-2015 
<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">fathertomv@gmail.com</a>
Nick Gjeca – Regina Tours 
(212) 594-8787 ext. 216 
<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ngjeca@groupist.com</a>
<h3>Pilgrimage Highlights</h3>
• St. Peter's Basilica &amp; the Holy Door 
• Papal Rome &amp; the Major Basilicas 
• Assisi &amp; the Basilica of St. Francis 
• Daily Mass Opportunities 
• Fellowship with Fellow Pilgrims 
• Professional Tour Escort &amp; Local Guides
$4,798 per person&nbsp;&nbsp;
Based on Double Occupancy
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