“Alms for Palms“ Exchanging a benefactor’s alms for a pilgrim’s palms folded in prayer & penance is an intregal part of pilgrimage journey. Since time immemorial pilgrims have depended on the charity of fellow Christians for food, supplies, lodging, transportation — with prayers and penances given in return. Pilgrimage without sponsorship is, traditionally, unknown. The … Continue reading How to afford pilgrimage, The traditional Way.