Introduction:·      Hosts: Lavinia Spirito and Mary Lou Nemechek.·      Excitement for the upcoming pilgrimage to Italy.Preview of Pilgrimage:·      Packing and preparation for the trip.·      Weather considerations for the journey.·      Highlights of the pilgrimage itinerary.Exploring Assisi:·      Staying in Assisi to soak up the medieval Italian town's atmosphere.·      Overview of Assisi's attractions and spiritual significance.Upcoming Side Trips:·      Visiting Siena, Loreto, and Orvieto for spiritual exploration and learning about saints.·      A surprise location revealed in a future show.Highlights in Rome:·      Scavi tour below the Basilica of St. Peter's, discovering ancient relics and history.·      Visiting the Vatican, Vatican Museums, and experiencing a general audience.Churches and Historical Sites:·      Exploring churches like Santa Maria in Trastevere, Santa Croce e Gerusalemme, and Santa Prasede.·      Learning about the relics and historical significance associated with these churches.Understanding Ancient Rome:·      Discussing the ancient architecture and historical context of various sites in Rome.·      Illuminating the historical continuity of the papacy and its residence over the centuries.Holy Stairs and Basilicas:·      Description and significance of the Scala Santa (Holy Stairs).·      Visiting St. Mary Major and exploring its role as one of Rome's main basilicas.Conclusion:·      Preview of the next show, where further details about the pilgrimage will be discussed.·      Gratitude for listeners and excitement for the upcoming journey to Italy.

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