for NCYC and not just the packing and the business end of it. Right now I am trying to prepare myself spiritually too, but my focus is constantly being interrupted. Today is St. Elizabeth of Hungry feast day. Though she came from a very wealthy background, she devoted herself to those who were poor and suffering. NCYC will be collecting items for those who have little...I gotta remember to pack some of the collection items.
Bob Rice (the guy from Jamboree) says there are 4 things to remember.
1.Know why you are going. Yup, friends and fun but the real reason is to honor Christ the King. There will be exhausting bus rides, long lines, crappy food. If this pilgrimage is just for "you," you will be quickly frazzled and frustrated...if its to give glory to Christ the King, He'll give you the grace to make it a great time.
2.Keep your eyes open for Christ in unexpected places. Did the Wise Men really expect to find the Christ the King in a small house with a teenage mother?
3. Give your gifts The Wise Men didn't come empty handed. It wasn't just to take a picture. When you find Christ, what will you do? Ask him to sign your t-shirt? No, give him your heart. Lay down your hopes, dreams, fears and failings. One practical way of doing this is in the way you treat those you are on pilgrimage with.
4. Come back different. Be open to new directions God may be showing you during this pilgrimage. Expect to be changed.
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