The hardship of a Blessed Journey

The Diocese of Padua in Italy is hosting its 32nd annual Biblical Week from August 26 to 29, 2026. This year’s theme is “The Hardship of a Blessed Journey: The Book of Numbers. Set between Leviticus and Deuteronomy, the Book of Numbers chronicles Israel’s journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. It is a path defined by hardship—filled with the difficulties of the desert, the trials of travel, and the constant temptation to lose faith in God. Yet, it remains a blessed journey; through these lived experiences and the Lord’s teachings, a displaced crowd of fugitives is transformed into a united people. Day by day, year after year, Israel learns what it means to walk together—both as a community and in their relationship with the Lord. The sessions will be led by Father Marco Settembrini (Archdiocese of Bologna), Father Stefano Vuaran (Diocese of Concordia-Pordenone), Father Antonio Bertazzo (Conventual Franciscan Friar, Patavina Province), Father Marcello Milani (Diocese of Padua), Tatiana Radaelli (Pastoral Cooperator, Diocese of Treviso), and Roberta Ronciato (Lay Representative, Diocese of Treviso). Click HERE to learn more. Click HERE to register.