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Diocese of Hamilton
What is World Youth Day?
World Youth Day (WYD) is a gathering of young people from around the world to celebrate the love of Christ for humanity.

WYD is a powerful opportunity to gather with millions of young people from around the world who share your love of Christ and want to celebrate His mercy and love.
You might be asking
Why should I go to World Youth Day?
A MOVING PILGRIMAGE IN FAITH, WHICH ENABLES PILGRIMS TO BE WITNESSES TO CHRIST

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AN EXPERIENCE OF THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT TO STRENGTHEN THE FAITH OF YOUNG PEOPLE

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POPE SAINT JOHN PAUL II CREATED WYD TO PROVIDE “AN ENCOUNTER WITH JESUS CHRIST, HIS SPIRIT AND HIS CHURCH.”

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Who can attend World Youth Day?
  • Must be 18 years or older on departure date.
  • A person in good physical, mental, emotional, psychological and spiritual health.
  • A person with a valid passport more than 6 months outside of expiry on departure date.