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The programme of the 29th International Prayer Encounter for the Youth, August 2, Thursday

On Thursday, August 2, the young people were already up at 6 am to pray joyful mysteries on Apparition Hill. The programme of the Festival continued at 9 am at the White Dome with the morning prayer of Fr. Marinko Sakota, the coordinator of the Festival, and continued with the catechesis given by Fr. Ante Vuckovic.  . ...(photos)

Medjugorje volunteers serving to the youth from the whole world also this year

In order for the Youth Festival to be running in the best way possible, the young volunteers, the members of YouFra Medjugorje are trying to do their best. 150 volunteers, led by their spiritual assistant Fr. Perica Ostojić are there at disposal to the pilgrims.

The message of Cardinal Schönborn to the youth in Medjugorje

Cardinal Christoph Schönborn, Archbishop of Vienna, send a message to the youth in Medjugorje and said: „Dear young friends in the Lord! Again, you gathered in such a great number for the Youth Festival in Medjugorje. Again, as in the previous years, I wish to send you my warmest greetings, but this year we have a special opportunity to be especially grateful!

Banner with petitions and Cenacolo performance

Also this year during the International Prayer Encounter for the Youth in Medjugorje, participants are able to write their prayer intentions on the banner 100 meters long, prepared by community Cenacolo members. They are welcome to write their spiritual thoughts, thanksgiving to God and this banner will be presented in the eucharistic prayer on the last day of the Encounter, August 5.

The 29th Youth Festival opened with the Holy Mass

Medjugorje in these days is all about the youth again, as the 29^th International Prayer Encounter of the Youth (Youth Festival) started, this year held with the theme “Living on the Word of God”. The official beginning was on Wednesday, August 1, with the Holy Mass at the White Dome. The priests entered in a solemn procession with the song Hosana, performed by the International Choir and Orchestra. ...(photos)

Homily of the Apostolic Nuncio to Bosnia Herzegovina, Archbishop Luigi Pezzuto in Medjugorje, August 1, 2018, the Youth Festival

Dear youth and all of you, brothers and sisters gathered here,

We just read two excerpts from the Holy Bible given in today’s liturgical readings. ... (photos)

Prayer of the Rosary on Apparition Hill on August 2

On Thursday, August 2, the first full day of the Youth Festival, Rosary took place on Apparition Hill from 6 am with all of the youth participating. The morning programme continues from 9 am at the White Dome with prayer, catechesis of Fr. Ante Vuckovic and testimonies.

Pilgrims cyclists from Virovitica, Vinkovci, Petrinja and Ogulin (Croatia) came for the Youth Festival

On Wednesday, August 1, young people from Virovitica, Vinkovci, Petrinja and Ogulin (Croatia) came for the Youth Festival. They began their journey on July 27 and travelled for 700 kilometres in these days. The first thing they did upon their arrival was a prayer before the Statue of Our Lady outside St. James’ church. ...(photos)

Statistics for July, 2018.

Number of Holy Communions:  155 000

Number of priests that concelebrated at Holy Masses: 5686   (183 per day)

THE 29th YOUTH FESTIVAL TO START TOMORROW

The 29th International Prayer Encounter for the Youth is to start tomorrow and will finish on August 6, with the theme: “To Live on the Word of God”. A huge number of the youth from all over the world are expected to come and the final preparations are about to be completed. The International Choir and Orchestra is also ready, and their 100 members will be accompanying the whole programme.

THE 29TH YOUTH FESTIVAL MLADIFEST

WEDNESDAY, 1. 8. 2018

18.00 Rosary

19.00 SOLEMN OPENING OF THE FESTIVAL

Holy Mass

21.00 – 22.00 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Feast of St. James, patron saint of the parish, celebrated in Medjugorje

Medjugorje parish celebrated on July 25, 2018 the feast of St. James, the Apostle, patron saint of this parish. Holy Masses in Croatian language were celebrated at 7, 8 am and 7 pm, while the central Holy Mass was celebrated at 11 am, in the Garden opposite to the ruins of the old church.   (foto)

Celebration of St. James’ Feast, patron saint of Medjugorje parish

On Saturday, July 25, we will celebrate the Feast of St. James the Great, patron saint of Medjugorje parish. Holy Masses are going to be celebrated at 7, 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. while the central celebration will be at 11 a.m. in the Garden opposite to the ruins of the old church.

The Holy See’s Special Envoy, Archbishop Henryk Hoser, begins his service in Medjugorje with Holy Mass.

Sunday, July 22nd, was a special day, full of blessings for the parish of Medjugorje, but also for all of the pilgrims throughout the world who care deeply about Medjugorje Parish.   (photos)

Golden Jubilee Holy Mass of Fr. Karlo Lovric

Fr. Karlo Lovric, OFM, the parish assistant in the parish of Medjugorje since May 2005, shall celebrate on Monday, July 23, at 11 am in the church of St. James, his 50th Anniversary since he had his first Holy Mass - his Golden Jubilee. After Holy Mass, the celebration will continue in the Hall of John Paul II. He would be really pleased if his elderly and sick people, that he visits and confesses on regular basis, would be somehow brought to this event. Radio Mir Medjugorje will be broadcasting this celebration.