Do not miss out: The Formation & Mission Team, Youth Ministry Trust and Significance: The Fr Dermott Donnelly Foundation have come together to offer a full day and evening of formation and fun open to all in our One Diocesan Family.
Please note: There is no entrance fee for either the Witness Formation or Significance Festival. There will be charges for food and drink items as listed below. Tickets for the BBQ which follows Mass should be booked in advance. All payments can be made on the day via cash or card.
Year of Jubilee Formation Opportunity based on Witness.
Time: 9.20am – 1.30pm
*Access to the site, registration and tea and coffee available from 8.40am
Witness: Sharing our faith in Today’s World
- Are you terrified by the idea of evangelisation?
- Do you dread people asking about the Church?
Are you interested to find out more? Then come and join us for this exciting and inspirational Year of Jubilee formation opportunity!
The day will look at sharing experiences and fears, an insight into how to deal with tough questions, and 10 things that might help when talking to people about your faith!
*Please note that this event is aimed at adults and young people from 16 years old plus.
Significance Festival
1.30 – 3.00pm: An opportunity to enjoy sharing time together over a picnic lunch or purchase food available on site (see below) and explore the Emmaus Village and its beautiful grounds.
3.00pm: Mass with Bishop Stephen with music led by One Hope Project.
All are welcome to this special Mass to celebrate the wonderful work and events that Significance: The Fr Dermott Donnelly Foundation has supported over the past year.
The charity was founded by Fr Dermott Donnelly to provide opportunities for young people to realise their unique worth and to live a life of happiness and purpose. This lies at the heart of the vision for the Emmaus Village and of the wider youth ministry in our Diocese. During the afternoon, we would like to share with you some of the opportunities and projects supported by Significance over the last year both at the Emmaus Village and beyond.
5.30pm (& onwards): BBQ, Live music and ceilidh
Food and drink available on the Day:
- Tea, Coffee and soft drinks
- Tuck Shop
- You’re welcome to bring a picnic lunch
- Lunch time only: Hot dogs (£2.50) and chips (£2.50) – order and purchase on arrival
- Ice Cream Van
- BBQ (£10.00 p.p.) payable at time of booking or on the day (children under 14 free)
- Bar opens following Mass
All proceeds and donations will support Significance, the charity founded by Fr Dermott Donnelly.
Parking
Plenty of parking is available within a short walk of the site. If you require accessible parking, please indicate this at time of booking.
Accommodation
People are welcome to stay overnight in one of our self-catered chalets. Single or shared accommodation is available. Accommodation must be booked in advance. Please get in touch for further information and accommodation costs.
Further information and bookings for the Witness Formation and Significance Festival
Booking is essential.
Please email: nsalkeld@ymt.org or tel: 01207 592244.
Please share this event with others. You can download a poster here.
DISCLAIMER: Please note that children are the responsibility of their parents/carers throughout this event.