The weekend of 15-17th April was the preparation meeting for the Salesian pilgrimage to Krakow for World Youth Day this year. We gathered together 15 of the 18 pilgrims at Savio House. They travelled from Liverpool, Manchester, Bolton, London and Falmouth to meet each other, learn about WYD and prep the timetable. Friday was a relaxing time, and whilst waiting for the young adults to travel from the south, we listened to how the Provincial 'survived' WYD in Madrid!

On Saturday, however, it was more hectic, as we welcomed into our group 21 young people from all Saints, Sheffield. They will be joining us in Krakow for the International Salesian Festival during WYD. Fr Roman told them a little about the place they will be visiting and Sue shared a little of what to expect at WYD. In the afternoon Anita and Sue taught everyone one some songs/hymns we will need, although Fr Martin had his ears covered at times.

Once the young people had left, the youth ministry group settled down again to planning their own timetable for the pilgrimage. The group bonded well and It was a really fruitful weekend. We left with jobs to do, booklets, flags and prayers to prepare. We look forward to sharing more with you in July.

Sue McDonald, Salesian Youth Ministry