Important WYD Updates

1) We have news about visas. The Visa Fee will be waived, and we will not have to make the formal visa application that is required of most tourists to the country. There will, however, be a form that we will need to submit to their consulate. This form has not yet been published. We will distribute it as soon as we have access to it.

2) We are officially registered for Days in the Diocese in Sao Paulo. This year they are calling this part of the pilgrimage "missionary days."

3) Don't forget about the Diocesan WYD gathering on December 27. We will be at Sacred Heart Church in Philip.

4) The Next payment ($549) is due January 15.

5) The location of the Pilgrimage Mass with the Holy Father has been selected. This will be in the western zone of the city at a location called Guaratiba. Pilgrims will make their way to this location on foot from three landing points. Each route will require a walk of about 8 miles. Their will be service islands placed in locations along the way. Departure from the area after the Papal Mass will feature a special shuttle service.