Welcome
Welcome to the Diocese of Meath Youth Page! Our Diocese desires to share the good news of the gospel and the person of Jesus with young people. This ministry builds character, inspires, and provides opportunities for fellowship, faith formation, discipleship and the integration of our young people into the life of the Church.
After a very well-received event last year, we are pleased to be able to grow the Meath Diocesan Youth Day this year, once again taking place on the Feast of Christ the King, the day marked as World Youth Day across the Catholic Church.
Join us for a vibrant and faith-filled Youth Day designed especially for secondary school students! This unique day offers a chance to encounter Christ, build friendships, and grow in faith through prayer, fun, and fellowship. The theme for this year is “Take courage! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). This verse, spoken by Jesus to the disciples at the Last Supper, reminds us that despite the challenges we face, Christ calls to hope and courage rooted in faith in the Resurrection.
What to Expect:
· Mass in the magnificent Cathedral of Christ the King with Bishop Tom Deenihan
· Talk by our guest, Bishop Fintan Monahan
· Testimonies by young adult guest speakers
· Games, activities and lunch
· Opportunities to meet new friends who share your faith
· Eucharistic Adoration and time for personal prayer
· Sung Vespers to end the day in prayer and thanksgiving
Location: CBS Coláiste Mhuire & Cathedral of Christ the King, Mullingar.
Date: Sunday, November 22nd, 2026.
Time: 10:30 - 17:30
Free buses are being organised to transport teens from different parts of the Diocese. Register today!
Whether you’re strong in your faith or simply curious, this day is a wonderful opportunity to deepen your relationship with God, find encouragement among peers, and experience the joy of the Catholic faith. Students from the Diocese of Meath, as well as those further afield, are all welcome to what will certainly be a terrific day.
Find registration details on Eventbrite, see https://bio.site/christtheking and keep engaged with us on Instagram (instagram.com/meathdioceseyouth). Feel welcome to email us at meathteens@gmail.com
Memories from 2025 Youth Festival
Christ The King Youth Festival 2026
All Roads Lead to Rome!
Pilgirms from the Diocese Travelled to Rome for
Jubilee of Youth 28th July- 3 August 2025
“Give yourself to the adventure”
Bishop Robert Barron to Irish young adults
On the invitation of Bishop Fintan Gavin of Cork and Ross, Bishop Robert Barron of Winona–Rochester met with over 600 Irish pilgrims who journeyed to Rome, in July, as part of the Jubilee Year of Hope 2025, to specifically address young adults on the theme Pilgrims of Hope.
A highlight of the pilgrimage was when Bishop Barron delivered a moving catechesis and celebrated Mass with the Irish group at the Instituto Santa Maria.
In Bishop Barron’s address, he urged the young pilgrims to reclaim the missionary spirit of Saint Patrick: “Ireland once sent saints and scholars to re-evangelise a continent. That missionary fire is still alive – and it’s in you. Let his courage, faith, and love for Christ inspire you. Bring that mission home. Be radiant signs of hope and faith in Ireland and beyond.”
!Embrace the Music
Theme Song for Jubilee of Youth 2025
As “Pilgrims of Hope” celebrating this Jubilee Year 2025 all roads are leading to Rome! Youth pilgrims from across the diocese continue their preparations for their participation in the Jubilee of Youth in Rome from 28July to 3 August next.
38 young adults, along with priests and religious from the Diocese of Meath and Bishop Tom Deenihan, participated in the Jubilee of Youth, as "Pilgrims of Hope".
Pope Leo XIV's Message to Young People at Tor Vergata: "Aspire to great things, to holiness, wherever you are"
Click on above image to download the dialogue between Pope Leo and young people during the prayer vigil with young people.
Jubilee of Youth 2025
MEMORIES!
Pope Francis - WYD, Lisbon 2023
Pope Francis's Homilies, Speeches, & Addresses:
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