The Diocese of Corpus Christi
Presents
World Youth Day Pilgrimage Packet
Pope Francis invites you to 34th World Youth Day, 2019 "I am the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word" (Luke 1:38)
Panama City, Panama January 19, 2019 – January 28, 2019 www.diocesecc.org/youth www.panama19.com
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Letter from Office of Youth Ministry………..……………………..………….Page 3 World Youth Day Meetings & Locations……………………………………..Page 4 World Youth Day Check list & Package & Payment Plan……….….….Page 5 World Youth Day Registration Form………………………………………….Page 6 World Youth Day Health Form……………………………………….………….Page 7 World Youth Day 2013 Pilgrim Code of Conduct……………………..….Page 9 Diocese of Corpus Christi Liability Form……………..…………………..…Page 11 World Youth Day 2019 Pilgrimage Schedule…………………….……..…Page 12
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Letter from the Office of Youth Ministry
Dear Pilgrims,
It is exciting to know that you may be interested in attending the Diocese of Corpus Christi Office of Youth Ministry’s 2019 World Youth Day Pilgrimage. A pilgrimage is a journey made to a sacred place for the purpose of asking for heavenly aid, and ultimately to come to know God better.
This pilgrimage will take us to Panama City, Panama where we will celebrate our faith and join millions of other young adults in the world’s largest single gathering of Catholics.
The World Youth Day theme, which comes from Luke 1:38, “I am the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.”, is dedicated to our Blessed Mother Mary. Pope Francis wants to challenge the young church to encounter Christ, grow in a relationship with our Lord and His mother Mary, as well as share the Good News to all we encounter.
As the Church also prepares for the 2018 Synod with the theme “Young People, the Faith and Vocational Discernment” it is important for young people to recognize the gifts and talents given to them and how important they are to the Church.
If you feel up for the challenge, the Diocese of Corpus Christi invites you to register for the World Youth Day Pilgrimage. Seats are limited so don’t wait too long.
May God Bless You.
Jaime Reyna Director of the Office of Youth Ministry
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Coming together before the pilgrimage is important to prepare spiritually and discuss logistical matters. Therefore, the Office of Youth Ministry has coordinated the following gatherings. Attendance is strongly encouraged. Please visit the Office of Youth Ministry webpage for updated information on the gatherings.
August 2017 – St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 3901 Violet Road, Corpus Christi, TX, 78410
December 2017 – Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1010 Beam Station St., Alice, TX, 78332
March 2018 – Stella Maris Chapel (Schoenstatt), 222 Hagy Street, Lamar, TX, 78382
May 2018 – TBD
August 2018 – TBD
December 2018 - TBD
Each gathering will include spiritual and business components so that we can prepare for our pilgrimage properly. Your attendances to these gatherings are very important in order to build community and work on spiritual growth. Some of these gatherings will be for pilgrims only. Other gatherings will include family and community members in order to share more about “World Youth Day”.
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Diocese of Corpus Christi Package - $3,200 (prices may increase/decrease by up to %10)
Standard Accommodations include but not limited to: Roundtrip airfare from Corpus Christi, Texas to Panama City, Panama, basic baggage fees and taxes, World Youth Day Registration fee, shared hotel in Panama City, meals during World Youth Day week, 1 day of retreat with Steve Angrisano at the Gamboa Rainforest.
Packages cost does not include: Passport, Visa Fee, Travel insurance, food before WYD events January 22nd and beyond World Youth Day events January 27th, extra or overweight baggage fee, tips.
Deposit of $250 with the registration packet is required to secure your spot. The deposit is non-refundable. Payments can be made in person with check, money order or cash at the Office of Youth Ministry, 620 Lipan St., Corpus Christi, Texas 78401. To make payments by mail, please mail only checks or money order to same address.
Payment Dates Amounts Deposit * $250 August 15, 2017 $400 October 15 $400 December 15 ** $400 February 15, 2018 $400 April 15 $400 June 15 $400 September 15 $550
* Deposits are non-refundable ($250). * ** 50% refunds from payments made (excluding deposit) can be refunded if requested before December 15, 2017. ***No refunds at all after December 15, 2017
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Today’s date______
Last Name:______First Name:______Middle:______
Home Address:______City: ______Zip Code:______
Phone:______Email:______
Male/Female:______Date of Birth:______Will you be 18 years of age or older before January 1, 2019 ?______
T-shirt Size: Small _____, Medium ______, Large _____, XLarge _____, XXLarge _____, XXXLarge ______
Parish Information:
Parish Name:______Parish City:______
Parish Group Leader & Contact number (if applicable):______
I, pastor of ______parish, acknowledge that the above mentioned parishioner is attending World Youth Day as a representative of our parish family.
Pastor’s Signature:______Date:______
Emergency Contact Information:
Last Name:______First Name:______
Relationship:______Phone:______
Email:______Second Phone:______
Travel Documentation:
Passport Number:______Expiration Date:______
Country of Issuance:______Is Passport pending?:______
Please attach 2 copies of your passport to your completed packet.
**Note: A valid passport is required for all passengers traveling to Panama. Passports must be valid six months after return date. It is the traveler’s responsibility to obtain any necessary passport, visa, or other necessary documentation for travel to and/or through each country on your final flight itinerary. Flights to and from Panama are limited and your flights may have a layover in other country. Cancellation due to lack of proper documents is the responsibility of the passenger and is not eligible for a refund.
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Registration Form – Health Information
Last Name:______First Name:______Middle Initial:______
Parish Name:______Parish City:______
Male / Female:______Date of Birth:______Age at the time of the trip:______
Is this your first time traveling outside the country? ______
Do you have any dietary restrictions? If yes, please list: ______
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Do you have any allergies? If yes, please list: ______
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Are you diabetic? If so, what type?:______
Do you have “Celiac Disease”:______
Do you know how to swim?:______
Do you have any medical conditions that we should know about in case of an emergency? If so, please list important medical information:
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The taking of prescription medication is the responsibility of the individual taking the medication. Please list below any and all prescription, over the counter, and natural medications you will be taking during World Youth Day:
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Please make sure to bring your health insurance card and/or a copy of your card to World Youth Day. The Diocese of Corpus Christi is not responsible for any medical conditions that occur prior to, during or after the World Youth Day Pilgrimage.
By signing below, you are acknowledging that you are solely responsible for your health and health needs and that you as a pilgrim understand fully that there will be a lot of walking, standing, sitting, and unpredictable weather conditions and if unable to participate during WYD events or not complying with the Pilgrim leader, or Pilgrim Code of Conduct, then the pilgrim can be asked to return to the United States at their own expense.
Full Name of Pilgrim:______
Signature of Pilgrim/Guardian:______
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To ensure that everyone participating in the 2019 World Youth Day Pilgrimage in Panama has a beautiful holy pilgrimage, please read and consider the points below and by signing this form, you are accepting and adhering to this guidelines and points.
! World Youth Day Pilgrims are required to wear their WYD Credentials at all times. Credentials are necessary to be admitted into all WYD events, meals, and for use of public transportation.
! Each World Youth Day Pilgrim shall conduct himself/herself in an orderly and responsible manner. Your personal behavior reflects upon one’s self, parish, and the Diocese of Corpus Christi.
! World Youth Day Pilgrim must be considerate of check-in times and locations for the benefit of all pilgrims. Courtesy and respect ought to be exercised at all times whether in new experiences, varied hospitality situations, or with unfamiliar places or people.
! All World Youth Day Pilgrims must travel within a group of 4 people or more from the Diocese of Corpus Christi group.
! All World Youth Day Pilgrims must not display any inappropriate public display of affection (PDAs).
! Lodging is gender specific and roommate swapping is not allowed. Only if a family attends and wants to have a room on their own, must pay the difference of the cost of the hotel, if applicable.
! All World Youth Day Pilgrims must also follow the Diocese of Corpus Christi Code of Conduct.
! No illegal drugs allowed at any time.
! All World Youth Day Pilgrims must follow any rules and/or directives given by the World Youth Day coordinator and Diocese of Corpus Christi coordinator.
! Any World Youth Day Pilgrim with any illness or injury must report to the Diocese of Corpus Christi WYD coordinator to access the situation.
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! Valuables should not be brought to the pilgrimage. Lost or stolen items are not the responsibility of the Diocese of Corpus Christi.
! All World Youth Day Pilgrims are expected to walk a considerable amount during the pilgrimage.
! All World Youth Day Pilgrims are expected to dress appropriately considering the pilgrimage’s purpose, the walking that will take place, and also the places being visited. Shoulders and knees may need to be covered to be granted permission into historical churches. One’s dress should be clean, casual, and respectful. Your body is God’s sacred creation.
! All World Youth Day Pilgrims are expected to attend the majority of the World Youth Day meetings and prayer gatherings coordinated by the Office of Youth Ministry prior to departure (see youth office webpage for information & dates).
Name of Pilgrim:______
Signature of Pilgrims:______Date:______
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Name:______
Parish:______Daytime Phone #______
Address:______
City:______State:______Zip:______
Email Address: ______
Health Insurance Carrier:______
Insurance ID Number:______Insurance Policy Number:______
Name of Event:______Date(s) of Event:______
Location of Event:______
I agree on behalf of myself, my heirs, successors, executors, personal representatives and assign to protect, indemnify, save, and hold harmless the Diocese of Corpus Christi, and ______parish , and their officers, directors, agents employee, or representatives associated with this event/trip from all damages, claims, suits, expenses and payment on account of or resulting from conditions stated on or resulting from any such injury, death, or damage to property, including resulting from the negligence of the Diocese of Corpus Christi, and parish, and/or their officers, directors, and employees arising from or in connection with my attending youth ministry events . In the event that any legal action is taken by either party against the other party to enforce any of the terms and conditions of this agreement, it is agreed that the unsuccessful party to such action shall pay to the prevailing party therein all court costs, reasonable attorneys fees and expenses incurred by the prevailing party. In the event that I should require medical treatment and am not able to communicate my desires to attending physicians or other medical personnel, I give permission for the necessary emergency treatment to be administered. Please advise the doctors that I have the following allergies:
______(Signature) (Date)
______In case of an emergency and for permission for treatment beyond emergency procedures, please contact:
Emergency Contact Name:______
Relationship to me:______Day Time Phone #:______Night Time Phone #:______
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World Youth Day 2019 Pilgrimage Schedule (Dates, times, and events are subject to change.)
January 19, 2019 – Depart from Corpus Christi (details of airlines and times will be available 11 months from departure date). Arrive in Panama. Bus transportation to WYD & site/lodging
January 20, 2019 – City tour and visit to Panama Canal Miraflores Locks
January 21, 2019 – Visit to Gamboa Rainforest Resort for Preparation retreat with Steve Angrisano. Also experience Panamas beauty with visits to Areal Tram, Monkey Island
January 22, 2019 - A.M. = Free to explore P.M. = Opening Mass Night = TBD
January 23, 2019 – A.M. = Catechetical Sessions with Bishops P.M. = Afternoon shows, Music, Prayer, Reconciliation Night = TBD
January 24, 2019 – A.M. = Catechetical Sessions with Bishops P.M. = Pope Francis Prayer Service Night = TBD
January 25, 2019 – A.M. = Catechetical Sessions with Bishops P.M. = Afternoon shows, Music, Prayer, Reconciliation Night = Stations of the Cross
January 26, 2019 – A.M. = Walking Pilgrimage to Vigil Site P.M. = Afternoon shows, Music, Prayer, Reconciliation at Vigil Site Night = Evening Vigil with Pope Francis
January 27, 2019 – A.M. = Morning Prayers led by Bishops & Holy Mass celebrated by Pope Francis. World Youth Day officially ends Night = Farewell celebration TBD
January 28, 2019 – Depart Panama (TBD) and arrive Corpus Christi Airport at (TBD).
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