Summer 2027

Pilgrimage to Fatima and Lourdes

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MaryLives is Sponsoring a Pilgrimage to both Fatima and Lourdes

Mary Lives, Inc. is dedicated to increasing devotion to the Blessed Mother through praying the Rosary frequently and promoting pilgrimages to Lourdes and Fatima. We believe in the healing power of devotion to Mary, i.e. emotional, spiritual and physical healing. Consistent with this belief MaryLives, Inc. is offering to sponsor a person in need of healing for a 2027 pilgrimage to these two sites. Determination of this sponsorship will be at the sole discretion of MaryLives, Inc. MaryLives, Inc. will dedicate a maximum of $5,000 for one of these sponsorships for 2027.

Process

  1. The person applying for this sponsorship must have a demonstrated life threatening illness, have demonstrated financial hardship, be a member in good standing in their church, and have demonstrated spiritual need and commitment, and be able to travel safely.

  2. MaryLives, Inc. will require a letter from the applicant’s physician verifying the serious, life-threatening nature of the applicant’s illness or condition.

  3. MaryLives, Inc. will require a letter from the applicant’s pastor verifying that the

    supplicant is a member in good standing in their church and has the spiritual maturity for this pilgrimage.

  4. The applicant must complete the applicant sponsorship form in full by March 31, 2027.

  5. The applicant must make their own travel arrangements. MaryLives, Inc. will provide information about various Pilgrimage Tours, but the applicant is responsible for selecting and making all their travel arrangements.

  6. The applicant is responsible at the end of their pilgrimage to send all receipts to MaryLives, Inc. by December 31, 2027.

  7. If the applicant does not make the pilgrimage for any reason all funds received will be returned to MaryLives, Inc by December 31, 2027.

  8. The applicant agrees to have a recorded interview with MaryLives, Inc when they return from the pilgrimage and agrees to allow MaryLives, Inc. to post this interview on their website and on their social media.

PLEASE SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO JACK SCHARF

JackScharf7@gmail.com or to Jack Scharf, 6203 Alden Bridge Drive, Apt. 6210, The

Woodlands, Texas 77382. Your application must have attached a letter from your doctor and your pastor to be considered. If you have questions or concerns please contact JackScharf7@gmail.com

Pilgrimage Sponsorship Application Form

Must be received by MaryLives, Inc. by March 31, 2027

1. Applicant Information

 Full Name: ________________________________________________________________

 Date of Birth: ______________________________________________________________

 Address: __________________________________________________________________

 City/State/ZIP: _____________________________________________________________

 Phone Number: ____________________________________________________________

 Email Address: _____________________________________________________________

 Date of Application__________________________________________________________

2. Parish / Church Affiliation

 Parish Name: ______________________________________________________________

 Pastor/Clergy Name: _______________________________________________________

 Parish Address: _____________________________________________________________

 Parish Contact Phone: _______________________________________________________

3. Medical Information (attach letter for Physician regarding your medical condition)

Do you have a medical condition? ☐ Yes ☐ No

 If yes, please describe:

 Are you able to travel independently? ☐ Yes ☐ No

 Will you require assistance during the pilgrimage? ☐ Yes ☐ No

 Physician’s Name: ___________________________________________________________

 Physician’s Contact Information: ______________________________________________

4. Financial Need

 Estimated Cost of Pilgrimage: _______________________________________________

 Amount You Are Able to Contribute: __________________________________________

 Amount Requested for Sponsorship: __________________________________________

 Brief explanation of financial need:

5. Purpose of Pilgrimage

Please describe your reasons for wishing to travel to Lourdes (spiritual, medical, thanksgiving, etc.):

6. Faith Statement (Optional but Encouraged)

Share how your faith has influenced your desire to make this pilgrimage:

7. References

Reference 1

 Name: ______________________________________________

 Relationship: _______________________________________

 Phone/Email: _______________________________________

Reference 2

 Name: ______________________________________________

 Relationship: _______________________________________

 Phone/Email: _______________________________________

8. Declaration and Signature

I certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand

that submission of this application does not guarantee sponsorship.

 Signature: ____________________________________________________________________

 Date: ______________________________________________________________________

9. For Office Use Only

 Application Received Date: ___________________________

 Reviewed By: ________________________________________

 Approval Status: ☐ Approved ☐ Denied ☐ Pending

 Amount Awarded: ____________________________________

 Notes: _________________________________________