Jeudi 29 mars 2007


Tiré de : Infocatho


Des jeunes venant de toute la Terre Sainte se retrouveront à Jérusalem le dimanche des Rameaux pour célébrer la XXIIème Journée Mondiale de la Jeunesse et des jeunes Irakiens se retrouveront au sanctuaire marial de Erbil, pour la célébrer aussi.

"Nous avons pu obtenir du gouvernement, dit le P. Ibrahim Faltas, curé à Jérusalem, les permis nécessaires pour que les jeunes de Cisjordanie et de Gaza puissent participer à cet grand événement. C'est pour nous un signe important que de célébrer ensemble cette Journée Mondiale et nous voulons ainsi témoigner de la Paix et de la Justice."

Il est prévu une procession de Bethphagé jusqu'à l'église Saint-Anne dans la vieille cité de Jérusalem. Là, les participants entendront la parole du patriarche latin, Mgr Sabbah après des animations festives et musicales, car "ce sera une rencontre de joie et de fête", assure le P. Faltas.
 
Près de 4.000 jeunes sont attendus ainsi que 14 groupes scouts. Puis "ils envahiront les rues principales de Jérusalem de l'Église Sainte Anne jusqu'à la Porte Neuve. Grâce aux permis obtenus cette année, à la différence des autres années, nous pourrons vivre ensemble une véritable fête."
 
Sur place, à Gaza même, "nous n'avons rien organisé,  car la situation n'est pas sécurisée", a déclaré le P. Manuel Musallam. "Le point culminant de cette célébration des JMJ, sera celle de la veillée pascale. Mais nous avons donné rendez-vous à tous les jeunes le 2 mai, quand nous recevrons le patriarche Sabbah, qui viendra pour remettre les diplômes aux étudiants de nos écoles. Ce jour-là, d'une certaine manière nous pourrons fêter la JMJ de cette année. "
 
Malgré tant de difficultés, ni le P. Mussallam ni le P. Faltas n'ont pas perdu l'espérance "de voir quelques jeunes de la bande de Gaza et de la Cisjordanie venir à Sidney en 2008. "Nous attendons l'aide des personnes de bonne volonté. Le P. Faltas annonce la participation d'au moins 50 jeunes de Jérusalem. "Nous serons à Sidney comme nous l'avons été à Cologne. Nous travaillons à concrétiser ce rêve."
En Irak, la JMJ 2007 sera marquée, les 29, 30 mars et 1 avril, par le rassemblement de 80 jeunes chrétiens irakiens venus de tous les diocèses du pays et qui se retrouveront au sanctuaire marial d' Erbil. Ils seront accueillis par le P. Rayan et le P. Alto qui dessert la paroisse chaldéenne du Sacré-Coeur à Erbil.
 
Là, ils entendront en direct  la retransmission de la prière du Pape à Rome, introduite et traduite en arabe et en araméen, les deux langues parlées par la communauté chrétienne d'Irak. Durant ces journées, ils vivront une adoration eucharistique nocturne le vendredi soir, des moments de prière commune et de prière silencieuse, ainsi qu'un travail manuel dans le jardin du sanctuaire.
Ils connaîtront également des heures festives et ces trois journées de fête et de prière seront retransmises en direct par une télévision chrétienne du Kurdistan irakien.
Le P. Alto espèrent qu'une délégation de jeunes irakiens pourra se rendre à Sidney en 2008. "Une participation, dit-il, qui aura une grande valeur symbolique autant pour les membres d'une communauté chrétienne qui souffre de l'isolement dans lequel elle vit en Irak, que pour tous les jeunes chrétiens du monde qui pourront rencontrer directement leurs frères irakiens et pas seulement au travers de ce que rapportent les médias." (source : SIR)

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Mardi 20 mars 2007
Bulletin spécial sur la Montée jeunesse. Cliquez sur le lien suivant pour lire le un petit bulletin spécial http://www.cei2008.ca/pdf/MJ07-Bulletin3.5.pdf
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Jeudi 15 mars 2007

S'UNIR GRÂCE À CE CHEMIN EXISTENTIEL

Le 10 mars, devant des dizaines de milliers de jeunes assemblés dans la salle PaulVI, au Vatican, ou connectés par lien télévisé depuis de nombreuses villes du monde, le Pape a relevé que c'était un signe des temps, un signe d’espérance.

Cette interconnexion avait été réalisée à l’occasion de la 5e Journée européenne des étudiants promue par le CCEE (Conseil des Conférences épiscopales d’Europe). La journée avait pour le thème "La charité intellectuelle: voie d’unenouvelle coopération Europe-Asie".            

"Ce soir, nous réalisons un pont idéal entre l’Europe et l’Asie", a déclaré Benoît XVI, estimant que la charité intellectuelle et ces techniques pouvaient "unir le chemin existentiel de jeunes" vivant éloignés les uns des autres.           

Il a relevé que c'était vraiment un signe des temps, un signe d’espérance que ce "réseau", réalisé avec la collaboration du CTV(Centre télévisé Vatican), de Radio Vatican et de Telespazio, un "réseau" qui démontre toute sa valeur si l'on considère le thème de la veillée.            

Pour le pape, il est suggestif de penser à la charité intellectuelle "comme force de l’esprit humain, capable de rapprocher les itinéraires formateurs des nouvelles générations". Plus globalement, a-t-il ajouté, la charité intellectuelle peut unir le chemin existentiel des jeunes qui, même si vivant à une grande distance les uns des autres, réussissent à se sentir liés sur le plan de la recherche intérieure et du témoignage.           

A cette occasion, le pape a plaisanté sur le fait qu’il devrait ajouter un chapitre sur la charité intellectuelle à son Encyclique "Deus Caritas est".

Benoît XVI a ensuite salué les différents groupes suivant la rencontre en parlant leurs propres langues, demandant notamment aux Albanais d’être les protagonistes de leur pays en "puisant dans les racines chrétiennesde l’Europe". Il aussi demandé aux Polonais de faire "un trésor" des enseignements laissés par Jean Paul II aux jeunes.

Rappelons que cette rencontre télématique entre le Pape et les jeunes connectés par la télévision permettait au Vatican d'être en contact direct avec les étudiants de Bologne et Turin, Coimbra, de Cracovie, Manchester, Prague et Tirana, mais aussi Calcutta, Hong Kong, Manille et Islamabad. (source : Service de presse du Vatican)

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Mercredi 14 mars 2007
Testimony of Tammy Lavigne - Dunlop
 
The pilgrimage started off with many new friendships developed amongst 30 practical strangers. The group met every six weeks for spiritual preparations and to get to know one another as human beings. I learned a lot about other people’s view in life through our conversations.
 
In between our spiritual meetings, we gathered on several occasions for the numerous fundraising events that we organised and participated in to meet the costs of our pilgrimage.
 
This was a wonderful experience because we learned to work together towards a common goal. This goal was a fundraising event, but my experience will extend into my personal life. I believe that any group of complete strangers can work together towards world peace if they want to. Our departure on August 10, 2005 was emotional for me because I was leaving my loved ones behind as I was off to another country that I have never been to. I was a bit concerned about the flight due to recent past events with plane crashes and terrorism but I had faith that I was on the Journey for a reason, so off we went. The bus rise was 12 hours, the first plane was 7.5 hours and the second plane was another 2 hours and then 3 hours on the bus. 
 
The journey was long but well worth the welcome we received in Poppenhausen. We were received as though we were family members. Each of us were divided into groups where we further to know each other in a more intimate way. We were all very close to each other in this beautiful community. The families were all very special and we started our day by going to church every day. I felt so close to GOD and this community. It was almost unbelievable how every day felt very “normal” in this community. They brought us to see their community spiritual events and we went climbing into mountains to see the beautiful geography.    
 
I was breathtaking! I took so many pictures of the beauty of this peaceful town. I could have wanted my loves ones to be with me. We talked with our families and learned about each other, about our cultures and about world spiritual views. Leaving Poppenhausen was emotional because I felt like I was leaving my family behind to not see them for a very long time. Nonetheless, off we went to Cologne. This was another 3 hours bus ride that was also well worth it. We arrived in Cologne to find out that our passes had been given to someone else but that was not such a big deal. We all got into bumpers cars at the Carnival that was set up in the street just outside our bus stop. 
 
We had so much fun! We played and laughed just like children do. We need to do this more often in life, that is to take time to have fun in life. One everything was settled, we went off to meet our new families who were king enough to welcome us into their homes. Once again, I felt at home. I stayed at an elderly couple’s home and I felt like they were my grandparents. We were so well cared for. They could not do enough for us. They were a close family and very spiritual. 
 
We prayed and gave thanks every morning to GOD and the wonderful people and experiences of this journey. They taught me not be afraid to reach out and to give to people. They told me: “We don’t’ have a big home but we have big hearts” and this was very true. We played music and shared life and cultural experience with these people. We also participated in the walk of the cross with this family and community in the pouring rain, which was wonderful. These people don’t complain about the weather. They just live with it and get on with life. 
 
Such positive and resilient personalities. When the pope arrive in Germany via the Rhine River, we were 10 feet away from him. He has very kind and compassionate eyes and y heart skipped a beat because I was so close to such an influential world figure. Our Vigil with the Pope on Would Youth Day was a memorable one. I was so touched to see that so many youth are spiritual and are looking for answers about the world that we live in today. I spoke to so many different people from around the world and we are all very much the same, on the inside although we are different on the outside.   We need to not be influenced by the negative messages from the world but to listen to our hearts and what is inside of us, which is GOD, and we will find our reason for being. Leaving Marienfeld was a difficult experience for some of the group, but I enjoyed it thoroughly. We see how strong our spirit is when we stick together in support of one another during difficult times. Things don’t seem so bad when people share the burdens of the world. Once again, it was time to leave Bergish Gladbach, Cologne, which was very emotional because of the kindness and friendliness of these people. 
 
I learned very much about being tolerant and compassionate of other people’s experiences while in Cologne. My journey home was bittersweet because of the friends that I had to leave behind. But, we will continue to communicate and we have been given an invitation to return in the future. Germany is a far away place geographically, but not in my heart. The people there are just like the rest of us except in a different part of the world.
 
 
Testimony of Megan Eva Fournier - Pointe-Verte
 
My time in Germany was marked expectations that were broken and events I did not expect at all. I realized that most people possess great kindness and sympathy and I, myself, possess emotional, physical and mental strength greater than I had ever imagined! I truly believe in miracles now and have been touched by something greater than us.
 
I can’t wait to go to Australia! 
 
 
Testimony of Nicole Poirier - Bathurst
 
Spiritually uplifting! Exciting! Incredible! These are only a few words that express the way I feel about the events before, during and after World Youth Day 2005.
 
Most people are first attracted by the idea that you are traveling to a foreign country to experience another culture. You soon realize that it is not a trip; it is really a journey! My journey started unexpectedly but, thanks to my parents, husband and children, I was able to experience a spiritual event like nothing I have ever done before. This journey involved fundraising activities, monthly meetings, World Youth Day events, and the return home.
 
I Germany, I was not only touched by the warm welcome we received by our host families, but the bond the group shared. I witnessed examples of friendship, patience, endurance, acts of compassion, faith, and unity. I have learn something from each and every participant.
 
What you may ask, do participants receive from such an event? I think each participant comes back with something different. As for myself, it deepened my faith. I was able to grow spiritually and evaluate what is really important in life. It made me realize how we need to place more emphasis on our faith and, more importantly, live it.
 
I would like to thank everyone who supported us spiritually and/or financially. If it were not for you, this experience would have never occurred. 
 
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
 
  
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Lundi 12 mars 2007
WORLD YOUTH DAY
Diocese of Bathurst
Youth Ministry leader: Laurent Haché (506)546-1420 ext. 114
 
 
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, JULY 10TH TO 20TH ,2008
 
NAME:
ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE: (HOME)                                         (WORK)
MEDICARE NUMBER:
DATE OF BIRTH:  
 
PERSONNAL INFORMATION
 
  1. What type of employment, volunteer work, social organisations have you been involved up to the present?
 
 
  1. Are you or have you ever been involved in Church Ministry?
 
 
  1.  How important is God in your life?
 
 
  1. In a few lines, explain your motivation and expectations with regard to this project:
 
 
 
 
ADMISSION CRITERIAS
 
1.   Are you able to work in a group?                            As part of a team?
 
  1. Are you willing to commit 100% of yourself to this project?

             Why?

 
 
  1. You known you have to personally contribute 800$.  Are you ready to do so and to participate in various fund raising activities to finance this pilgrimage?
Why?
 
 
 
  1. In preparation for this great pilgrimage, you must assist at many spiritual meetings in your region or diocese level. Are you willing to invest yourself 100% in these meetings?
Why?
 
 
 
  1. When your return from this event in your life. Are you ready to assist at gatherings for a follow-up to this pilgrimage?
Why?
 
 
 
  1. During the pilgrimage:
Are you ready to respect instructions of your group leader at all times?
Why?
 
 
 
Are you ready to actively participate in all celebrations, gatherings, team work, conferences or any other activities organised during this event?
 
 
  1. Drugs and Alcohol:
Are you aware that taking illegal substances may result in your being removed from the pilgrimage, for obvious reasons…?
 
 
 
  1. Everything concerning this pilgrimage (spiritual gatherings, financing, catechesis, etc…)
will be my priorities?
Why?
 
 
 
COMMITMENT:
 
I,                                                   acknowledge the information in this registration from. I certify that the information given on this from are exact. Also, I authorise the leader of the pilgrimage to WYD 2008, to take all the necessary decision in case of accident, sickness or break of rules.
If, during the pilgrimage in Sydney, a break of rules requires my return home, all expenses and those of my chaperon (if necessary) will be mine.
 
 
 
Participant signature
 
 
 
NOTE: For registration call Pauline Vienneau (506)546-1420 ext. 110  
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UNE FIN DE SEMAINE TAIZÉ Sous le thème «Quitter le découragement, trouver un nouvel élan» aura lieu à Montréal du 27 au 29 avril 2007. La rencontre est ouverte aux jeunes de 17 à 35 ans. Inscription avant la fin mars 2007. Si tu es intéressé(e) et/ou pour plus d’informations, rejoins Laurent Haché (506)546-1420 poste 114 (lundi) ou la secrétaire de la pastorale jeunesse Pauline Vienneau (506)546-1420 poste 110.
MONTÉE JEUNESSE Un grand rassemblement jeunesse nord-américain est en préparation. Cette Montée Jeunesse aura lieu du 18 au 21 mai 2007 à Québec. Cette rencontre se déroulera sous le thème «Oui, je le veux» et s’adresse aux jeunes de 17 à 35 ans. Le diocèse participera à cette fin de semaine. Au programme, catéchèse, temps de prières, rencontres amicales, procession eucharistique, etc… Les inscriptions débutent à la fin mars. Intéressé(e) et/ou pour plus d’informations, rejoins Laurent Haché (506)546-1420 poste 114 (lundi) ou la secrétaire de la pastorale jeunesse Pauline Vienneau (506)546-1420 poste 110.
TAIZE WEEKEND “Leaving discouragement behind finding new hope” Taizé theme for a weekend which will be held in Montréal April 27th to April 29th.Young adult from age 17 to 35 are invited. If interested, you may contact Laurent Haché at 546-1420 ext 114 ( Monday )or Pauline Vienneau at 546-1420 ext. 110.
YOUTH SUMMIT A huge youth gathering will be held during the long weekend May 18th to the 21th in Quebec. The theme is “ Yes, I do” and is open to youth 17 to 35 years old. Our diocese is organizing to attend this event. Some of the weekend activities are: Catechesis, prayers, social events etc. Registration until March 31th. If interested, contact Laurent Haché at 546-1420 ext 114 (Monday ) or Pauline Vienneau at 546-1420 ext 110

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