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SAMPLE GATHERING #2
● What was most challenging about
that moment?
What Just Happened?
● Do you think of this moment any
Unpacking World Youth Day
differently now that you are home?
Opening Prayer
● Why was this moment so moving
or special for you?
Lord, thank you for the opportunity
to gather with the Universal Church
at World Youth Day. Open our hearts and After discussing each of the three moments,
minds to see how your grace appeared take a few moments of silent prayer to thank
during that sacred moment in our lives. God for them.
In your name, we pray. Amen.
Reflecting on the Words
Reflecting on the Moments Explain: Now we would you to reflect on the
Explain: We will take time to look back on words spoken at WYD by the Holy Father, by
what just happened at WYD through the lens the bishops, and by others.
of prayer and with the desire to discern where
God is calling us now. First, we will reflect in Action: Bring to the gathering written copies of
the large group on the major events of WYD. Pope Francis’ homilies and presentations at
WYD, as well as copies of talks given by
Action: If you are able, show video or photos bishops, catechists, or other speakers there, if
from WYD, or bring up three major moments available. Give each pilgrim a different one
from your group’s pilgrimage journey. This (though there may be some duplicates
could include moments from b efore or after depending on the size of your group).
WYD itself. In the large group, reflect on and Alternatively, if audio or video files are available
discuss the following questions: online, allow pilgrims to bring earphones to
listen to talks on their mobile device or laptop.
If this is too chaotic or logistically difficult, the
● What was most exciting about
entire group could listen or watch one of the
that moment?
pope’s talks together. Allow approximately 45
● What were you thinking then about
minutes of quiet time where each pilgrim can sit
that experience?
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