Pilgrimage
“At last—for the first time—I live! Rome makes every other city feel like it’s made of paper.”
—Henry James, Letter from Rome, 1869
There is a place in the heart of Rome where the Anglican spirit dwells—a place for prayer, learning, and shared hope. The Anglican Centre in Rome is not only a bridge between traditions but a spiritual home for Anglicans and Episcopalians from around the globe. Perched high above the bustling streets near the Pantheon, the Centre welcomes pilgrims seeking deeper roots, broader vision, and sacred encounter.
Supported by friends across the Communion—including Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe, bishops, parishes, and donors throughout the United States—the Centre is a gift for the whole Church. It stands as a sign of our enduring commitment to unity and mutual understanding between Anglicans and Roman Catholics.
The Centre is a destination for pilgrims of all kinds: seminarians studying the early Church, parish groups retracing the steps of the apostles, and curious travelers drawn into the living story of Christian reconciliation. The staff at the Centre would love to meet you and help you in your pilgrimage, either through hospitality or pointing you in the right direction.
Whether you come with a suitcase or a stole, a journal or a prayer, the Anglican Centre offers a welcome rooted in friendship, faith, and the ancient beauty of the Church’s universal call.
Come and see.