Revelation’s seven churches in Asia Minor were among ... In John’s letter to the church of Sardis, the Lord faults the church for having a strong outward appearance while spiritually dead.

The number represents the seven final places Jesus visited from His arrest to His crucifixion, allowing the faithful to meditate on His Passion.

Jubilee of Hope pilgrims are undertaking two ancient church pilgrimages this week to prayerfully prepare for Easter: St.