World Youth Day 2019 USA Leader Guides International Leader Guide | Page 3

World Youth Day USA – International Pilgrimage Leaders Guide
Secretariat of Laity, Marriage, Family Life, and Youth
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, D.C.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction to the Guide 4
The Pilgrims 6
Encounter, Accompany, Send:
The Role of the World Youth Day Pilgrimage Leader 9
Foundations: Pilgrimage and World Youth Day 18
1. Remember that World Youth Day is a pilgrimage (not a vacation). 19
2. Encounter the Universal Church at World Youth Day. 20
3. Celebrate World Youth Day in community and communion. 22
4. Be proud of your heritage of mercy as a pilgrim from the United States. 24
5. Prepare spiritually for your journey. 26
6. Be open to the Holy Spirit, wherever he may be leading you. 27
7. Keep the fire burning… the end of World Youth Day is only the beginning. 30
World Youth Day Resource Logistics:
Practical Tips for Pilgrimage Leaders
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Coming Down From the Mountain:
Accompanying Pilgrims on the Return Home 55
APPENDIX: Sample Post-WYD Group Sharing Sessions 61
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