Australian Young Christian Workers Movement Website

The YCW works to create a society, which actively supports, respects and values the God given dignity of each person. We will consciously uphold basic human rights, especially the right to meaningful and just work. We will educate for global awareness and solidarity. Through taking action and reviewing in our communities, young people will discover the deepest meaning and mission of their lives.

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WYD08 RESOURCES AND PUBLICATIONS Formation Resources YCS and YCW are producing a number of resources to help young people and those working with them get ready for WYD08. Hundreds of parishes, schools and communities around Australia are using these materials to make sure WYD08 is a meaningful experience that changes young people's lives and communities. On Fertile Ground: Preparation and Formation Towards WYD08 A resource to help parishes, schools and groups gather and prepare young people for pilgrimage. The Holy Spirit Comes: Making the Most of Days in the Dioceses and World Youth Day Week Strategies, activities and ideas to help parishes and other groups to host international pilgrims and facilitate WYD pilgrimages. Be My Witnesses A resource to help you to reflect on the WYD08 experience, and to build ongoing ministry with young people. Click here to download a form and order hard copies of our formation resources for just $10 each including postage and handling. Preparation for YCS and YCW Pilgrims Be Changed, Make Change: The Essential Guide for YCS and YCW Pilgrims to WYD08. YCS and YCW have just released this handbook, specially designed to help YCS and YCW members get the most out of WYD08. For your free copy email daniel.nelson@ycw.org.au. Liturgical Resources Way of the Cross A resource for reflection and liturgy created by young students and workers across Australia. As seen in Crossroads, the official handbook for the Journey of the WYD Cross and Icon. Flyers WYD 08 - The Basics Find out what World Youth Day 2008 is all about. YCW and YCS at WYD 08 - Be Part of the Action A flyer for members about WYD08 and why we are involved. Other Resources on Spirituality Touching the Sacred Report A summary of results from a YCW Inquiry into the spirituality of young people. Catholic Social Teachings Made Easy A brief summary of the Catholic Church's approach to justice and peace. To find out more about these and other WYD resources contact the WYD Coordinator, Chantelle Ogilvie at chantelle.ogilvie@ycw.org.au.
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The Australian YCS and YCW would like to acknowledge Campion College Australia and the Youth Hostels Association NSW for their generous support of our WYD08 program.

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All Year Round

Monday Nights

weekly - Endeavour Hills YCW Group, Melbourne

weekly- Salisbury Group, Adelaide

fortnightly - Fitzroy YCW Group, Melbourne

Wednesday Nights fortnightly- Mt Waverly YCW Group, Melbourne

April 08

11-13: National Team Meeting 5, Adelaide

26 - 4/5: International Days Pay Appeal

May 08

1: May Day

1-4: International Days Pay Appeal

July 08

7-13: Days in the Diocese - WYD

14-20: World Youth Day, Sydney