World Youth Day in Particular Churches

Since 1986, World Youth Day (WYD) has brought together young people (ages 18-35) from all over the world with the Pope every two or three years at an international gathering place chosen by the Pope. Millions of young people attend each WYD. It is a celebration of young people, an opportunity for evangelization, an expression of the universal Church, and a pilgrimage. No matter how close or far a young person feels from the Catholic faith, WYD is open to everyone.

At the Diocesan (local) level, WYD is celebrated annually on the Feast of Christ the King with an event called " World Youth Day in Particular Parishes," for young people ages 12-35. Whether you have been a WYD pilgrim, or hope to be, or not, all young people are encouraged to participate in local celebrations of faith by young people, for young people.

Both WYD initiatives - local and international - aim to provide participants with a universal Church experience, fostering a personal encounter with Jesus, promoting peace, unity and fraternity around the world.

For more information about this celebration, and to get involved, please contact: familyandyouthministry@dol.ca