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El Camino Real

This is a file photo of Old Mission San Fernando Rey de España in Los Angeles. In January 2026, Pope Leo opened the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi. One of St. Francis' biggest impact on the U.S. came through the 21 Californian missions established by St. Junipero Serra and his fellow Franciscans. (OSV News photo/courtesy Christian Clifford)

Walking 'El Camino Real': Pilgrims seek faith and history on mission trail

Kimberley Heatherington|Oct 6, 2026|6 Min Read

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