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Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth

2010

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2010
Sunday 28th August	Walk the World! An opportunity for young people (and not so young!) to walk (approx 8 miles) and raise funds for World Youth Day and CAFOD around Stubbington and Lee-on-the-Solent along the South Coast. The walk should be suitable for all and is approximately 8 miles along flat terrain and follows a circular route. The day will start with a short liturgy and there will be checkpoints along the route to reflect on the work of CAFOD and the message for World Youth Day. For further details and to register your group of young people contact Dave, dhill@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk
August 26th - 28th
9th - 12th September	The Big Tent Event Queens Avenue, Aldershot The Big Tent Event is a joint event organised by Civilian Churches and the Army Chaplains to bring to the civilian community the work carried out by the Forces Chaplains either here at home, abroad or in Afghanistan. Events for young people include: FRIDAY 19.00 – 22.00 hrs “Chrissy Paladino and Friends” Widely acclaimed Gospel Singers with an international reputation. Top class free entertainment to raise some money for Army Widows, Combat Stress and Help for Heroes. SATURDAY 14.00 – 18.00 hrs “Youth Event” FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY. Family activities for younger children with a secure play area. Plus a variety of workshops for young adults including music from the street, rappers and street/break dancing. 16.00 - 18.00hrs “Taize Service” A relaxed informal service with special atmosphere and contemporary music. 19.00 – 22.00hrs “Youth Rock, Rap and Praise Music Party” - Da-Vison, I=Change, The Delores Dancers and various London/UK Urban Street Rappers Perform in concert
16th -19th September	Visit of the Holy Father to Scotland and England www.thepapalvisit.org.uk
Sunday 26th September	Speaking Up and Speaking Out! Stella Maris Centre, St Michael’s Square, Southampton, SO14 2AD An opportunity for young people (14+) to receive training on how to speak about the work of CAFOD. The session will involve media training and will enable you to speak confidently and effectively. 1.00pm – 5.00pm To book a place, contact Dave dhill@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk or click here.
Sat 9th - Sun 10th October	CELEBRATE WEEKEND – FAITH AND FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY St Mary’s College, Bitterne Park, Southampton Speakers to include Charles & Sue Whitehead, Steve Murray, Jim Graham, Jenny Baker & David Matthews Workshops & Seminars Dramas by Steve Murray & Local Youth Groups. Worship by Tom Bonard, Steve Szymanski & friends Children’s groups for all ages and a Young Adult stream. For more information and a booking form go to www.celebrateconference.org (click on Southampton). Alternatively contact Peter and Lynda Szymanski on 023 8029 2058 or email: peterszymanski@hotmail.co.uk
Sunday 10th October	Speaking Up and Speaking Out! Christ the King Hall, 408 Northumberland Avenue, Whitley, Reading, RG2 8NR An opportunity for young people (14+) to receive training on how to speak about the work of CAFOD. The session will involve media training and will enable you to speak confidently and effectively. 1.00pm – 5.00pm To book a place, contact Dave dhill@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk or click here.
Saturday 16th October	Receive the Gift Day for Confirmation Catechists St Swithun Wells Primary School, Hillcrest Ave, Chandlers Ford, SO53 2JP 10am— 4pm For further details or to book a place contact estephenson@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk or click here.
Sunday 21st November	WYD Participants ' Gathering St Patrick’s School, Fort Road, Woolston, Southampton. SO19 2JE 1.00pm - 6.00pm This will be an extended day, where we will be joining other young people to celebrate National Youth Sunday. The WYD group from Jersey will also be travelling over to join us on this day. It is hoped that there will be a series of workshops, including music, mime, art and drama as well as talks on Vocation and Theology of the Body. The day will end with Mass and food.
Sunday 21st November	National Youth Sunday
2011
Sunday 9th January	WYD Participants ' Gathering Christ the King Hall, Northumberland Avenue, Reading, RG2 8NR 2.00pm - 5.00pm
Friday 21st - Sunday 23rd January	Diocesan Conference This weekend is an opportunity to explore how we are called, as baptised people, to share our faith and experience with others. We will approach the theme through practical sessions, input, prayer, reflection and liturgy. The weekend will be led by members of the Department for Pastoral Formation and others. For further details go to http://www.portsmouthdiocese.org.uk/forms/baptisedpeople
Saturday 12th March	2nd CYMFED Congress Main speakers: Fr. J-Glenn Murray SJ and Michelle Moran www.cymfed.org
Sunday 13th March	WYD Participants ' Gathering
Sunday 8th May	WYD Participants ' Gathering
Sunday 10th July	WYD Participants ' Gathering
August 16th - 21st	XXVI World Youth Day International Gathering - Madrid "Planted and built up in Jesus Christ, firm in the faith" (cf Col 2:7) For more details, click here.