RC Diocese of Aberdeen
Registered Scottish Charity No. 00512
Will you be there?
Young people from all around the world will be converging on the capital of Spain for World Youth Day 2011. At the last WYD 2008 in Sydney, the Holy Father, Pope Benedict, hoped that he would greet another large gathering of Catholic young people in Madrid. Planning is well under way. The Diocese of Aberdeen has booked forty places. We are pledged to take forty pilgrims to Madrid. If the demand is great we will book more places. Please book early!
Who is going?
The preferred age range is from 18 years to 35 years. But, surprise, surprise some oldies are going. The are young in heart and involved with young people as pastors and leaders. Those who are 16 years to 17 years may apply. If there are sufficient numbers and the ratio of leaders to pilgrims is appropriate then we may take some of these mid-teenagers. If you are interested, then apply.
When?
Sun 14 August 2011(depart by air from Edinburgh) until Tuesday 23 August (arrive by air at Edinburgh).
Where do we stay?
Alcala Residence Hall, Alcala de Henares, University of Madrid
What does it cost?
The planning figure is approximately £787 for flights, accommodation (bed and breakfast), and registration. The total cost should not exceed £847 per person – but see below.
Do I need to pay it all at once?
No! We are looking for a deposit of £70 from every Pilgrim to be paid before 31 July 2010. Thereafter we will have a series of dates for further payments.
Do we get any financial help?
Deaneries, parishes and every individual is expected to work in a co-operative spirit raising funds to support the pilgrims.
Concerts, ceilidhs, sales of work, sponsored walks, car-washing, gardening and other appropriate means of raising funds will help to pay for those who have difficulty in making payments. There may be small, discretionary grants from the Diocese to meet particular cases.
What about other meals?
The registration fee covers small meals during the WYD programme. However it is probably prudent to allow an additional £100 for food, and other travel and contingencies?
What skills do I need?
Your enthusiasm, your gifts of grace and Faith and a determination to participate in the programme, The theme is “Planted and Built up in Jesus Christ Firm in Faith”. There will be catechesis, teaching, faith sharing and many wonderfully inspiring opportunities to meet other young Catholics. Reflection, pilgrimage hospitality and the confidence building awareness of so many other young Catholics helps us all to find space to pray and to grow.
How do I share in The Sacramental Life?
There will be several large Masses, and some small more intimate and homely celebrations of the Eucharist with a few other pilgrim groups.The variety is truly impressive.
Will there be a chance to use the Sacrament of Reconciliation?
Confessions are always available in several locations. Many take time to reflect, and to make a thoroughly prepared confession.
What do I do next?
Send off the other detachable page of this brochure to the address given together with your £70 deposit. Keep watching
www.stmarysinverness.co.uk
Where do I get to know others going to Madrid?
· Form and support Parish groups for faith-sharing, and fund-raising.
· Get involved with Deanery Youth/Family events
· Join in any of the Youth Days being organised by the Highland Deanery at the following events/locations:
Sat 21 Aug 10 at St Columba’s, Culloden
1130 am until 4.30 pm
Sat 4 Sep 10 at St Mary’s, Beauly, Youth Focus at Deanery Pilgrimage,
12 noon Holy Mass
Sat 25 Sep 10 at Christ the King, Brora
1130 am until 4.30 pm
Sat 23 Oct 10 at Immaculate Conception, Stratherrick
1130 am until 4.30 pm
Sat 20 Nov 10 at St Vincent’s, Tain
1130 am until 4.30 pm
!! DEPOSIT OF £70 NOW DUE !!
Everyone who wants to come to Madrid must pay the deposit as soon as possible. We want to avoid sleeping under the stars for a week
Cheques should be made out to RC DIOCESE of ABERDEEN. Please write World Youth Day on the back of the cheque. If paying by cash, please pay to Lukasz in the St Mary’s Inverness Office (tel. 01463 233519).
The second payment will be due Sept/Oct 2010
Thank you for co-operation. Please act quickly.
Please tear off the slip and include it with your payment. Send it to:
The Bursar for WYD, St Mary’s, 30 Huntly Street, Inverness IV3 5PR,
WORLD YOUTH DAY MADRID 2011
NAME -------------------------------------------------------------- PASSPORT NO ---------------------------------------
ADDRESS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PASSPORT EXPIRY DATE -----------------
TELEPHONE NUMBER --------------------------------------------------------- DEPOSIT ---------------------- Cheque/cash-----------
DATE OF BIRTH--------------------------------------Date payment received ------------------------ Receipt no. ---------------------
You can download this leaflet by clicking on the link below:
WYD Madrid 20011 Leaflet.doc | 
