WORLD YOUTH DAY MADRID 2011
INDEX :--
1.WHAT IS WORLD YOUTH DAY.
2.HISTORY OF WORLD YOUTH DAY.
3.WORLD YOUTH DAY MADRID 2011
4.YOUTH AND PROBLEMS
5.HOTELS AND ACCOMADATION IN MADRID
1. WHAT IS WORLD YOUTH DAY.
Mission Statement: Youth in Europe is not simply a company with a mission statement, we are missionaries with a company. YIE shares a common mission with youth ministers around the world, to evangelize, catechise and change lives. We create opportunities for our youth to open their hearts to the Grace of God on pilgrimages to Europe and World Youth Day.
Philosophy: Our philosophy is simple: teach teens and young adults how to grow closer to God by removing the clutter of life and making room for Grace. We travel close to the ground encountering the history and culture of the people.
World Youth Day was begun by Pope John Paul II as a way to capture the spirit of the youth and inspire them to live the teachings of Christ.
Madrid: Madrid has great infrastructure and will be a fitting location for the 1,500,000 pilgrims who will attend the events.
Youth in Europe offers a number of packages for your group to add to WYD. Our close connection to the WYD office in Madrid will help things run more smoothly for your group.
One of the main goals of World Youth Day Madrid 2011 is to respond to the needs of youth with disabilities. The WYD Disability Team has set out to make the participation of youth with a variety of disabilities possible.
They are developing a series of plans for your reception, organized with the greatest attention to detail possible. Among other areas of concern, they are working to provide appropriate accommodation for participants with various disabilities in terms of housing, transportation and meals. They are currently considering other important questions such as how many sign language interpreters they will need for WYD.
More details will be provided when registering your group for WYD. You will be able to list any type of assistance needed for individuals in your group
What is WYD: World Youth Day, WYD, is a yearly youth celebration that was started by Pope John Paul II as a way to inspire the youth and encourage them in living the teachings of Christ. In 1984 and 1985 he invited the youth of the world to Rome for a Palm Sunday celebration in St. Peter's Square. Later, announcing the institution of WYD on December 20, 1985, the first official WYD was held in 1986. 1987 brought about a historical tradition, when the second event and first international WYD took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The young people, from many countries and nations around the globe, come together showing the universality of, and diversity within, the Catholic Church. It is a time for the youth to share their faith and be rejuvenated to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ in their homelands. It is also a way to come to understand other cultures and spread peace and understanding throughout the world. As they wave their countries' and region's flags with pride, the youth unite as one in their walk of faith.
WYD Welcomes the Disabled Community.
2.History of World Youth Day
Perspective: An outside glance of an international World Youth Day would spark a bystander's curiosity as massive crowds of young people flood the city streets. Some might cringe at the thought of those words, wondering what delinquency is in store, but to witness this gathering would end those fears. The happenstance observer would witness not angst and malice, but smiles and joy, singing and dancing young people, culture upon culture and nation upon nation, proudly holding their flags high (or wearing them), greeting one another in peace, trading their tokens, humbly realizing how small they are in a world of people, and strengthened to witness so many who share their convictions. How did it all begin?
Beginnings: In 1984 at the close of the Holy Year of Redemption, over 300,000 young people from around the world responded to the invitation of His Holiness John Paul II for an International Jubilee of youth on Palm Sunday in St. Peter's square. Looking out to the crowds who answered his invitation he said, "What a fantastic spectacle is presented on this stage by your gathering here today! Who claimed that today's youth has lost their sense of values? Is it really true that they cannot be counted on?" It was at this gathering that the Holy Father entrusted to the youth what is now known as the World Youth Day Cross, to be carried throughout the world as a symbol of the love of Christ for humanity.
First WYD: The following Palm Sunday, coinciding with the United Nation's International Year of the Youth, Our Holy Father took the opportunity to welcome the youth of the world to Rome again. Later, announcing the institution of World Youth Day on December 20, 1985, and the first official WYD was held in 1986.
International WYDs: The following year brought about a new tradition when the second event and first international WYD took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Every Palm Sunday has since been designated as a World Youth Day, alternately celebrated the diocesan and international levels. There have been 10 International World Youth Day celebrations, where the youth continue to answer the invitation of the Holy Father in staggering numbers and carry home the message received there to be Christ's light to the world. While these events are organized by the clergy and laity of the Catholic Church, youth of all faiths are invited to attend and encounter Christ, making this gathering truly universal.
Reflection: In Toronto, the last International WYD in which JPII was present he told the 800,000 gathered with him at the vigil, "When, back in 1985, I wanted to start the World Youth Days... I imagined a powerful moment in which the young people of the world could meet Christ, who is eternally young, and could learn from him how to be bearers of the Gospel to other young people. This evening, together with you, I praise God and give thanks to him for the gift bestowed on the Church through the World Youth Days. Millions of young people have taken part, and as a result have become better and more committed Christian witnesses."
John Paul II left a legacy for the youth in his institution of World Youth Day, which Pope Benedict XVI has faithfully continued, carrying on the hope of His predecessor for the youth of the world, inviting them and commissioning them as Christ's disciples to be faithful living witnesses.
Chronology of the international World Youth Day gatherings and their themes
1986- Rome, Italy Always be prepared to make a defense to anyone who calls you to account for the hope that is in you.- 1Pt 3:15
1987- Buenos Aires, Argentina We ourselves have known and put our faith in God's love towards ourselves. - 1Jn 4:16
1989- Santiago de Compostela, Spain I am the way, the truth, and the life - Jn 14:6
1991- Czestochowa, Poland You have received a spirit of sonship. - Romans 8:15
1993- Denver. USA I came that they might have life, and have it to the full. - Jn 10:10
1995- Manila, Philippines As the Father sent me, so am I sending you. - Jn 20:21
1997- Paris, France Teacher, where are you staying? Come and see. - Jn 1:38-39
2000- Rome, Italy Jubilee - The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. - Jn 1:14
2002-Toronto, Canada You are the salt of the earth; You are the light of the world. - Mt 5:13-14
2005- Cologne, Germany We have come to worship him. - Mt 2:2
2008- Sydney, Australia You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses -Acts 1, 8
2011- Madrid, Spain Rooted and built up in Jesus Christ, Firm in the Faith -Col 2:7
3.WORLD YOUTH DAR 2011 MADRID
11th August 2011 (Thursday) Days in the Diocese Days in the Diocese refer to festivities and gatherings at the diocesan level throughout the host country prior to WYD. The local dioceses receive pilgrims from around the world and host them with their families and in their parish halls or schools. It is an opportunity for different cultures to come together on a smaller scale, sharing their faith and talents and testifying to the catholicity (universality) of the Church.
12th August 2011 (Friday) Days in the Diocese
13th August 2011 (Saturday) Days in the Diocese
14th August 2011 (Sunday) Days in the Diocese
15th August 2011 (Monday) Pilgrims arrive in Madrid for World Youth Day transfer to your chosen accommodations lodging, pick up WYD registration materials. Afternoon Mass for the feast of the Assumption of Mary, evening walking tour of the highlights of Madrid.
Feast of the Assumption of Mary
16th August 2011 (Tuesday) 5:30pm Opening Mass with Cardinal Rouco of Madrid
Location to be Plaza de Cibeles
17th August 2011 (Wednesday) Catechesis (teaching) sessions: 9am-12pm
at various locations across Madrid
Youth Festival events: 4pm-11pm
18th August 2011 (Thursday) Catechesis (teaching) sessions: 9am-12pm
at various locations across Madrid
5pm Papal Arrival and welcome at Plaza de Cibeles
Youth Festival events: 4pm-11pm
19th August 2011 (Friday) Catechesis (teaching) sessions: 9am-12pm
at various locations across Madrid
9pm Stations of the Cross at Paseo de la Castellana: a re-enactment of the last hours of Jesus' life
Youth Festival events: 4pm-11pm (except during Stations of the Cross)
20th August 2011 (Saturday) Pilgrimage across Madrid to Cuatro Vientos for vigil (Photo Link Below)
Evening Vigil with the Pope and sleep out 'under the stars': 8pm-11pm
21st August 2011 (Sunday) Papal Motorcade commencing prior to final Mass
9am Final Mass celebrated by the Pope
Announcement of next host city
Youth festival events
WYD Cross & Icon
WYD Cross: The World Youth Day cross has many names: the Jubilee Cross, the Pilgrim Cross, the Youth Cross. It was entrusted to the youth as they were given the commission to "carry it throughout the world as a symbol of Christ's love for humanity, and announce to everyone that only in the death and resurrection of Christ can we find salvation and redemption."
The cross set out with the young people from St. Peter's in 1984 and has since been carried around the world, making a pilgrimage from parish to parish, diocese to diocese, and country to country (see history).
Where is the Cross: In association with the World Youth Days, the cross will precede an international World Youth Day in a country. For example, on Palm Sunday 2009, the youth of Australia met the youth of Madrid in Rome to entrust the cross to them.
World Youth Day Cross in Sydney
Since 2006 the cross has been making its journey through the south pacific as a testimony of Christ's love. In 2008 it was in Sydney for the 23rd World Youth Day there. Preceding the WYD in Madrid 2011 it will be carried by the youth of Spain throughout their country renewing hope in salvation and redemption through Christ.
WYD Icon: The cross does not journey alone, however. In our time it will always be accompanied by an icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary (as Christ Himself was accompanied by his mother in history.) On Palm Sunday in Rome, 2003, a delegation of Canadian youth passed on the cross to that of Germany. On the same occasion, Pope John Paul II entrusted to the youth an icon of the Blessed Mother that would accompany the cross. "It will be a sign of Mary's motherly presence close to young people who are called, like the Apostle John, to welcome her into their lives," said the pontiff.
Impact: So the cross and icon are carried together through the world touching hearts and inspiring holiness. There are countless testimonies from people who have encountered the pilgrim Cross and Icon. One youth from Canada's delegation to receive the cross prior to WYD 2002 in Toronto said, "This cross has had a tremendous impact on all of the nations where it has been present. This was evident to me during the ceremonies when we received the cross from the Italians. They were extremely emotional, crying tears of sorrow because they did not want to give it up. We, on the other hand, were crying tears of joy because we were receiving a powerful symbol that we know will impact our nation."
Be prepared to...
...walk 100 miles & hike 1,000 stairs
...climb a fundraising mountain
...suffer with joy and gratitude
...receive the Sacraments
...listen to the Word
...experience a unique event
...encounter JESUS CHRIST with
our Holy Father Benedict XVI
4.YOUTH AND PROBLEMS
http://www.worldyouthday2011madrid.blogspot.com is dedicated to bringing you up-to-date information on the World Youth Days -- Information on Venues, Registration, Preparation, and Direction towards planning a pilgrimage experience.
this festival is a time to think about:--
1.YOUTH UNREST
2.GUIDING YOUTH
3.RESPONSIBILITY OF YOUTH IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
4.PHYSICAL,MENTAL AND SOCIAL WELLBEING OF YOUTH
5.YOUTH EDUCATION
6.EMPLOYMENT FOR YOUTH
7.UNITED NATIONS ROLE IN YOUTH DEVELOPEMENT.
8.YOUT IN POLITICS
9.YOUTH IN TERRORIST GRIP
10.YOUTH AND DRUGS.
4.HOTELS AND ACCOMADATION IN MADRID
A.http://www.Booking.com/hotels-in-madrid-spain
B.http://www.intercontinental.com/madrid
C.http://www.HolidayInn.com/Madrid
D.http://travel.yahoo.com/p-hotel-191501800-madrid_hotels-i?fromiy=1
E.http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels
F.http://www.gtahotels.com/cities/madrid
G.http://www.hotelsearch.com/city/es/madrid.en.html
1.WHAT IS WORLD YOUTH DAY.
2.HISTORY OF WORLD YOUTH DAY.
3.WORLD YOUTH DAY MADRID 2011
4.YOUTH AND PROBLEMS
5.HOTELS AND ACCOMADATION IN MADRID
1. WHAT IS WORLD YOUTH DAY.
Mission Statement: Youth in Europe is not simply a company with a mission statement, we are missionaries with a company. YIE shares a common mission with youth ministers around the world, to evangelize, catechise and change lives. We create opportunities for our youth to open their hearts to the Grace of God on pilgrimages to Europe and World Youth Day.
Philosophy: Our philosophy is simple: teach teens and young adults how to grow closer to God by removing the clutter of life and making room for Grace. We travel close to the ground encountering the history and culture of the people.
World Youth Day was begun by Pope John Paul II as a way to capture the spirit of the youth and inspire them to live the teachings of Christ.
Madrid: Madrid has great infrastructure and will be a fitting location for the 1,500,000 pilgrims who will attend the events.
Youth in Europe offers a number of packages for your group to add to WYD. Our close connection to the WYD office in Madrid will help things run more smoothly for your group.
One of the main goals of World Youth Day Madrid 2011 is to respond to the needs of youth with disabilities. The WYD Disability Team has set out to make the participation of youth with a variety of disabilities possible.
They are developing a series of plans for your reception, organized with the greatest attention to detail possible. Among other areas of concern, they are working to provide appropriate accommodation for participants with various disabilities in terms of housing, transportation and meals. They are currently considering other important questions such as how many sign language interpreters they will need for WYD.
More details will be provided when registering your group for WYD. You will be able to list any type of assistance needed for individuals in your group
What is WYD: World Youth Day, WYD, is a yearly youth celebration that was started by Pope John Paul II as a way to inspire the youth and encourage them in living the teachings of Christ. In 1984 and 1985 he invited the youth of the world to Rome for a Palm Sunday celebration in St. Peter's Square. Later, announcing the institution of WYD on December 20, 1985, the first official WYD was held in 1986. 1987 brought about a historical tradition, when the second event and first international WYD took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The young people, from many countries and nations around the globe, come together showing the universality of, and diversity within, the Catholic Church. It is a time for the youth to share their faith and be rejuvenated to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ in their homelands. It is also a way to come to understand other cultures and spread peace and understanding throughout the world. As they wave their countries' and region's flags with pride, the youth unite as one in their walk of faith.
WYD Welcomes the Disabled Community.
2.History of World Youth Day
Perspective: An outside glance of an international World Youth Day would spark a bystander's curiosity as massive crowds of young people flood the city streets. Some might cringe at the thought of those words, wondering what delinquency is in store, but to witness this gathering would end those fears. The happenstance observer would witness not angst and malice, but smiles and joy, singing and dancing young people, culture upon culture and nation upon nation, proudly holding their flags high (or wearing them), greeting one another in peace, trading their tokens, humbly realizing how small they are in a world of people, and strengthened to witness so many who share their convictions. How did it all begin?
Beginnings: In 1984 at the close of the Holy Year of Redemption, over 300,000 young people from around the world responded to the invitation of His Holiness John Paul II for an International Jubilee of youth on Palm Sunday in St. Peter's square. Looking out to the crowds who answered his invitation he said, "What a fantastic spectacle is presented on this stage by your gathering here today! Who claimed that today's youth has lost their sense of values? Is it really true that they cannot be counted on?" It was at this gathering that the Holy Father entrusted to the youth what is now known as the World Youth Day Cross, to be carried throughout the world as a symbol of the love of Christ for humanity.
First WYD: The following Palm Sunday, coinciding with the United Nation's International Year of the Youth, Our Holy Father took the opportunity to welcome the youth of the world to Rome again. Later, announcing the institution of World Youth Day on December 20, 1985, and the first official WYD was held in 1986.
International WYDs: The following year brought about a new tradition when the second event and first international WYD took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Every Palm Sunday has since been designated as a World Youth Day, alternately celebrated the diocesan and international levels. There have been 10 International World Youth Day celebrations, where the youth continue to answer the invitation of the Holy Father in staggering numbers and carry home the message received there to be Christ's light to the world. While these events are organized by the clergy and laity of the Catholic Church, youth of all faiths are invited to attend and encounter Christ, making this gathering truly universal.
Reflection: In Toronto, the last International WYD in which JPII was present he told the 800,000 gathered with him at the vigil, "When, back in 1985, I wanted to start the World Youth Days... I imagined a powerful moment in which the young people of the world could meet Christ, who is eternally young, and could learn from him how to be bearers of the Gospel to other young people. This evening, together with you, I praise God and give thanks to him for the gift bestowed on the Church through the World Youth Days. Millions of young people have taken part, and as a result have become better and more committed Christian witnesses."
John Paul II left a legacy for the youth in his institution of World Youth Day, which Pope Benedict XVI has faithfully continued, carrying on the hope of His predecessor for the youth of the world, inviting them and commissioning them as Christ's disciples to be faithful living witnesses.
Chronology of the international World Youth Day gatherings and their themes
1986- Rome, Italy Always be prepared to make a defense to anyone who calls you to account for the hope that is in you.- 1Pt 3:15
1987- Buenos Aires, Argentina We ourselves have known and put our faith in God's love towards ourselves. - 1Jn 4:16
1989- Santiago de Compostela, Spain I am the way, the truth, and the life - Jn 14:6
1991- Czestochowa, Poland You have received a spirit of sonship. - Romans 8:15
1993- Denver. USA I came that they might have life, and have it to the full. - Jn 10:10
1995- Manila, Philippines As the Father sent me, so am I sending you. - Jn 20:21
1997- Paris, France Teacher, where are you staying? Come and see. - Jn 1:38-39
2000- Rome, Italy Jubilee - The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. - Jn 1:14
2002-Toronto, Canada You are the salt of the earth; You are the light of the world. - Mt 5:13-14
2005- Cologne, Germany We have come to worship him. - Mt 2:2
2008- Sydney, Australia You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses -Acts 1, 8
2011- Madrid, Spain Rooted and built up in Jesus Christ, Firm in the Faith -Col 2:7
3.WORLD YOUTH DAR 2011 MADRID
11th August 2011 (Thursday) Days in the Diocese Days in the Diocese refer to festivities and gatherings at the diocesan level throughout the host country prior to WYD. The local dioceses receive pilgrims from around the world and host them with their families and in their parish halls or schools. It is an opportunity for different cultures to come together on a smaller scale, sharing their faith and talents and testifying to the catholicity (universality) of the Church.
12th August 2011 (Friday) Days in the Diocese
13th August 2011 (Saturday) Days in the Diocese
14th August 2011 (Sunday) Days in the Diocese
15th August 2011 (Monday) Pilgrims arrive in Madrid for World Youth Day transfer to your chosen accommodations lodging, pick up WYD registration materials. Afternoon Mass for the feast of the Assumption of Mary, evening walking tour of the highlights of Madrid.
Feast of the Assumption of Mary
16th August 2011 (Tuesday) 5:30pm Opening Mass with Cardinal Rouco of Madrid
Location to be Plaza de Cibeles
17th August 2011 (Wednesday) Catechesis (teaching) sessions: 9am-12pm
at various locations across Madrid
Youth Festival events: 4pm-11pm
18th August 2011 (Thursday) Catechesis (teaching) sessions: 9am-12pm
at various locations across Madrid
5pm Papal Arrival and welcome at Plaza de Cibeles
Youth Festival events: 4pm-11pm
19th August 2011 (Friday) Catechesis (teaching) sessions: 9am-12pm
at various locations across Madrid
9pm Stations of the Cross at Paseo de la Castellana: a re-enactment of the last hours of Jesus' life
Youth Festival events: 4pm-11pm (except during Stations of the Cross)
20th August 2011 (Saturday) Pilgrimage across Madrid to Cuatro Vientos for vigil (Photo Link Below)
Evening Vigil with the Pope and sleep out 'under the stars': 8pm-11pm
21st August 2011 (Sunday) Papal Motorcade commencing prior to final Mass
9am Final Mass celebrated by the Pope
Announcement of next host city
Youth festival events
WYD Cross & Icon
WYD Cross: The World Youth Day cross has many names: the Jubilee Cross, the Pilgrim Cross, the Youth Cross. It was entrusted to the youth as they were given the commission to "carry it throughout the world as a symbol of Christ's love for humanity, and announce to everyone that only in the death and resurrection of Christ can we find salvation and redemption."
The cross set out with the young people from St. Peter's in 1984 and has since been carried around the world, making a pilgrimage from parish to parish, diocese to diocese, and country to country (see history).
Where is the Cross: In association with the World Youth Days, the cross will precede an international World Youth Day in a country. For example, on Palm Sunday 2009, the youth of Australia met the youth of Madrid in Rome to entrust the cross to them.
World Youth Day Cross in Sydney
Since 2006 the cross has been making its journey through the south pacific as a testimony of Christ's love. In 2008 it was in Sydney for the 23rd World Youth Day there. Preceding the WYD in Madrid 2011 it will be carried by the youth of Spain throughout their country renewing hope in salvation and redemption through Christ.
WYD Icon: The cross does not journey alone, however. In our time it will always be accompanied by an icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary (as Christ Himself was accompanied by his mother in history.) On Palm Sunday in Rome, 2003, a delegation of Canadian youth passed on the cross to that of Germany. On the same occasion, Pope John Paul II entrusted to the youth an icon of the Blessed Mother that would accompany the cross. "It will be a sign of Mary's motherly presence close to young people who are called, like the Apostle John, to welcome her into their lives," said the pontiff.
Impact: So the cross and icon are carried together through the world touching hearts and inspiring holiness. There are countless testimonies from people who have encountered the pilgrim Cross and Icon. One youth from Canada's delegation to receive the cross prior to WYD 2002 in Toronto said, "This cross has had a tremendous impact on all of the nations where it has been present. This was evident to me during the ceremonies when we received the cross from the Italians. They were extremely emotional, crying tears of sorrow because they did not want to give it up. We, on the other hand, were crying tears of joy because we were receiving a powerful symbol that we know will impact our nation."
Be prepared to...
...walk 100 miles & hike 1,000 stairs
...climb a fundraising mountain
...suffer with joy and gratitude
...receive the Sacraments
...listen to the Word
...experience a unique event
...encounter JESUS CHRIST with
our Holy Father Benedict XVI
4.YOUTH AND PROBLEMS
http://www.worldyouthday2011madrid.blogspot.com is dedicated to bringing you up-to-date information on the World Youth Days -- Information on Venues, Registration, Preparation, and Direction towards planning a pilgrimage experience.
this festival is a time to think about:--
1.YOUTH UNREST
2.GUIDING YOUTH
3.RESPONSIBILITY OF YOUTH IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
4.PHYSICAL,MENTAL AND SOCIAL WELLBEING OF YOUTH
5.YOUTH EDUCATION
6.EMPLOYMENT FOR YOUTH
7.UNITED NATIONS ROLE IN YOUTH DEVELOPEMENT.
8.YOUT IN POLITICS
9.YOUTH IN TERRORIST GRIP
10.YOUTH AND DRUGS.
4.HOTELS AND ACCOMADATION IN MADRID
A.http://www.Booking.com/hotels-in-madrid-spain
B.http://www.intercontinental.com/madrid
C.http://www.HolidayInn.com/Madrid
D.http://travel.yahoo.com/p-hotel-191501800-madrid_hotels-i?fromiy=1
E.http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels
F.http://www.gtahotels.com/cities/madrid
G.http://www.hotelsearch.com/city/es/madrid.en.html
