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Handbook
Indianapolis, IN
November 18-20, 2021
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
JUNE 20, 2021
Prepared by
DIOCESE OF HELENA - OFFICE OF YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
APRL 2021
NATIONAL CATHOLIC
YOUTH CONFERENCE 2021
Hi gh sc hool s tudents f ro m a c ro s s th e U n ited Sta t e s…
Gather (safely) in the upper room as we unpack Acts 2 and call upon the
Holy Spirit to descend and set us Ablaze!
November 18-20, 2021 About NCYC
In a distinctly Catholic setting,
In-Person: Indiana Convention Center the National Catholic Youth
Virtually: Your Diocese, Parish, or Home Conference (NCYC) invites
high-school aged participants
to encounter Christ, experience
Emcees: Church, and be empowered for
discipleship. NCYC is produced
by the National Federation for
Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM),
a member organization comprised
of youth ministry leaders across
the United States, and includes
opportunities for spiritual growth,
prayer, learning, and service.
Sr. Miriam Brian
James Heidland Greenfield
COVID Guidelines
NFCYM is working with officials of
Featured Speakers: the city of Indianapolis and Marion
County, Indiana to develop virus
mitigation and response plans
9 Chika Anyanwu 9 Archbishop García-Siller specifically for NCYC. As of March
9 Noelle Garcia 9 Fr. Leo Patalinghug 1, 2021, the in-person capacity is
limited to approximately 10,000
participants.
Tickets go on sale May 1, 2021.
View pricing and other event details at ncyc.info
Contents
4
First Timers
Never been to NCYC before?
Start here for an overview of
the Conference and for the
most important details on
planning your pilgrimage.
WHAT'S INSIDE?
3 Letter from OYYAM
4 Quick Facts
5 Youth
Travel Planning
7
6 Why NCYC?
7 Trip vs. Pilgrimage Travel to/from Indianapolis is
8 Suggested Activities arranged by each parish
group. OYYAM can assist and
9 Group Leaders make suggestions.
10 Parents
11 Fundraising
14 Registration Form
Leading an NCYC
Pilgrimage
9
Make NCYC a life-changing,
spiritual experience! More than
a rock concert with Jesus fans,
when planned with purpose,
NCYC can be a defining moment
of grace in the life of youth
AND their adult chaperones.
Inside are some resources for
pre- and post-NCYC sessions
Fund Raising
ON THE COVER
11
With hard work and help
Celebrate the Truth of Jesus from you and your local
Christ with 10,000 of your closest community, NCYC is
friends. From the mainstage of accessible for anyone. OYYAM
NCYC you will hear from the best has limited scholarships
Catholic youth & adult speakers, available to those in need.
musicians, artists, priests, and (See pp. 11-13)
women religious.
P. 2
"These moments [like NCYC] of encounter and sharing are widely appreciated, because they offer
the possibility of journeying together as if on pilgrimage, of experiencing fraternity with all, of
sharing the faith joyfully and growing closer to the Church.
It therefore becomes important to plan and to experience these gatherings as significant
stages of a larger virtuous process."
-2018 Synod of Bishops, "Young People, the Faith, & Vocational Discernment"
DEAR PILGRIMS & LEADERS,
F i r s t a n d f o r e m o s t , t h a n k y o u ! T h a n k y o u f o r t a k i n g t h e t i m e t o c o m e o n this
j o u r n e y , a n d l e a d i n g a g r o u p o n a p i lg r i m a g e t o N C Y C .
W h i l e t h e p a r i s h c a n a n d s h o u l d r e m a i n t h e c o r e o f w h e r e o u r y o ung p e o p l e
e x p e r i e n c e t h e C h u r c h , l a r g e g a t h e r i n g s li k e N C Y C p r o vi d e u n f o r g e ttab l e , l if e -
c h a n g i n g m o m e n t s o f g r a c e . A s o u r b i s h o p s e m p h a s i z e d i n t h e r e c e nt syno d , e ve nts
l i k e N C Y C c a n b e a c r u c i a l p a r t o f a y o u n g p e r s o n 's f a i t h d e ve lo pm e nt. W e ag r e e !
T h e s e o p p o r t u n i t i e s p r o v i d e y o u t h m i n i s t e r s t h e c h a n c e t o a c c o m p any yo uth as
t h e y g r o w i n v i r t u e , f a i t h , a n d r e la t i o n s h i p w i t h Je s u s C h r i s t . H a v ing l o st tho se
e x p e r i e n c e s f o r a n e n t i r e y e a r d u e t o C o vi d - 19 , w e a r e e x c i t e d t o l e ad yo uth, o nc e
a g a i n , i n t h i s i n c r e d i b l y p o w e r f u l e x p e r i e n c e o f t h e H o ly S p i r i t a nd the C hur c h.
O u r g o a l i s t o p r o v i d e y o u w i t h s o m e t o o ls a n d i n f o r m a t i o n t o h e l p yo u m ake this
j o u r n e y m o r e t h a n j u s t a t r i p t o a r o c k c o n c e r t w i t h o t h e r Je s u s f ans. W he n
p l a n n e d w i t h i n t e n t i o n , w i t h p r a y e r , a n d c e n t e r e d o n C h r i s t , y o u r g r o up 's NC Y C tr ip
c a n r e a l l y b e c o m e a p i l g r i m a g e t h a t i n s p i r e s t h e h e a r t s o f o u r y o ung p e o p l e f o r the
rest of their lives.
I n a d d i t i o n t o t h e p e r t i n e n t i n f o rm a t i o n , li k e r e g i s t r a t i o n d e a d li n e s, f o r m s, and
i n s t r u c t i o n s , i n s i d e t h i s H a n d b o o k a r e s o m e r e s o u r c e s t o h e lp y o u p l an yo ur
p i l g r i m a g e . T h e s e i n c l u d e f u n d r a i s i n g t i p s , s u g g e s t i o n s f o r m a k i n g tr ave l
a r r a n g e m e n t s , a n d o u t l i n e s f o r p r e - a n d p o s t - N C Y C g r o u p s e s s i o n s/ m e e ting s.
T h e H a n d b o o k i s a g u i d e , n o t a p r o g r a m . W e e n c o u r a g e y o u t o a d ap t the
suggestions, tips, and ideas to fit the needs of your group.
A g a i n , t h a n k y o u f o r y o u r m i n i s t r y . P le a s e k n o w t h a t y o u w i ll b e i n m y p r aye r s as
w e p r e p a r e f o r N C Y C . I a m a l s o a t y o u r s e r vi c e . P le a s e c o n t a c t m e with any
q u e s t i o n s : k m o l m @ d i o c e s e h e l e n a . o r g o r 4 0 6 . 3 8 9 . 70 5 5 .
God Bless,
Kevin Molm
OYYAM Manager
P. 3
THE BOTTOM LINE
THE BOTTOM LINE
Quick Facts, Info, & Deadlines
Here are the most important details to know for NCYC:
Registration Cost: $625 per person
Register online at dohyouth.org/ncyc (after confirming with local parish/group leader). Cost
includes housing, some meals, registration fee, and program materials. Two deadlines:
1st Deadline: June 20 ($325)
2nd Deadline: September 13 ($300)
Travel: Estimated $650
Travel is to be coordinated by the local parish/group in
order to find whatever means of transportation that will
best suit their needs and budget. (OYYAM will not book
flights for you!) Estimated expense to fly to/from
Indianapolis from a Montana airport: $600 per person .
Plan to arrive before 12pm on Thurs., Nov. 18 and leave
after 10pm on Sat., Nov. 20; This probably means
traveling on Wednesday and Sunday.
Food: Estimated $100
Most of your meals will be on your own! Make sure to include
this in your fund raising efforts and/or bring extra cash for food
(estimate $25 per day). OYYAM will provide snacks and 4
"meals" (e.g. pizza/sandwiches at night). As of April, we do not
know to which hotel we will be assigned, but it is likely that the DOHYOUTH.ORG/NCYC
hotel will NOT have a free breakfast.
Hotel: Included with Registration
The cost of your hotel is included in your $625 registration fee. This is for a 4-person
occupancy room with 2 queen beds for 4 nights (check-in Weds.; check-out Sunday). You may
make roommate requests with your 2nd registration, although we cannot guarantee all
requests. All youth will be assigned a room with other youth of the same gender (adults may
not stay with youth). Adults will be assigned a room with other adults of the same gender.
Exceptions may be made for married coupes or parents attending with their children.
Contact Kevin for details: kmolm@diocesehelena.org.
P. 4
Youth
We invite you to Indianapolis to join the celebration of our faith with 10,000 of your closest friends!
You do not want to miss out on this experience. All are welcome, but will you answer the call?
Why go? What is NCYC?
Saying, "you should go because Jesus wants you A 3-day experience that features a variety of
to" or "because it's fun" or "because it will faith-filled activities, messages of hope and
change your life," will never be fully convincing. inspiration, all focused around the Sacraments
There are plenty of videos, memes, and social and teachings of the Church. But what do you
media #'s that do a great job of sharing why you actually DO at NCYC? Practically speaking, you
should go. Check them out (ncyc.info). Then, ask spend the day choosing your own adventure:
someone who's gone before and have a choose workshops;play in the activity center;
conversation. Trust that the Lord has a plan for shop for the latest Catholic gear; share your
you, and we hope it includes you coming with us talents at the open mic; visit with Catholic
on this pilgrimage because Jesus wants you to, colleges and religious orders; and more. At night
it's incredibly fun, and it will change your life. we gather as one Church - all 10,000 of us - and
celebrate Mass, spend time in Eucharistic
Adoration, sing praise and worship music, etc.
Who?
NCYC is for any high school youth in grades 9-12
But it's expensive.
and their adult chaperones. You do NOT have to Yep. Any pilgrimage takes sacrifice. We will
be Catholic! You must, however, travel with a partner with you and your local parish to help
local parish/group; you may not go alone. you make this pilgrimage financially possible.
P. 5
NCYC.INFO
NCYC IMPACTS LIVES
"I truly loved NCYC and can attest to the
transformative love that thousands of young people experienced and
witnessed throughout the conference. I am so honored and excited to
share my story with you!
Why NCYC? I was chosen by an anonymous administrator at my high school to
attend NCYC as a sophomore. I was a very shy and timid student, so this
surprised me. I was barely acquainted with the others who were chosen,
but they each already knew each other pretty well, so I thought to
myself, 'will I be lonely on this trip?'...
I was told that I would truly experience God’s love in a radical way, but
thought, ' can’t I do this from the comfort of my home? ' I was so
hesitant and caught up in my preconceptions of being “alone.” To make
matters worse, I was also volunteered to be an ambassador during the
conference—at this time, I labeled myself as 'not the type to lead' and I
also learned that I would be on a twelve-hour bus ride on my birthday,
which was the last day of the conference. To say the least, I was not
excited, nor did I appreciate the opportunity to go to NCYC at all.
The bus ride there started to bring me out of my shell as we played
games to get to know each other, but upon our arrival, I told myself that
all I had to do was get through this weekend, and it’d all be fine. Boy,
was I in for it. My group walked into Lucus Oil Stadium in awe as we saw
The National Catholic Youth
a packed stadium of people our age jamming to a praise and worship
Conference is a profound band. I had never heard of a Christian concert, so it was breathtaking to
experience. It is hard to see the number of people in the stadium dancing and singing along.
articulate the lasting impact
and power that this three- Students in my group wanted to get closer, so we linked arms and made
our way to the stage. It was so much fun. After the concert, we prayed
day event has on the youth
together and were introduced to the keynote speakers. I remember on
who attend. Here is the that first day hearing the phrase “open your heart to Jesus” multiple
personal NCYC story of times, and the theme of the conference, “Here I am Lord,” really stuck
Schola Eburuoh, now an with me throughout the weekend...
NCYC alum and excited
I introduced speakers, prayed in small groups with complete strangers,
young Catholic.
and felt close to them, as if we were family. Even walking and talking to
people outside of the convention center was radical to me. Everyone
was so kind and had a faith which radiated when they greeted me or
listened intently to what I had to say...I was even brought to tears before
it was all over...
I remember those days and realize that Christ had spoken to my heart from that very first day, and
throughout the rest of the conference. God’s intervening hand completely broke my shell and pushed me to
see the love that I was missing before that weekend— the love of encounterment, of friendships, and of
community. The feeling of community founded upon Christ’s immense mercy and love is there and
continues to be such a blessing in my friendships. Thank you for this opportunity to share."
God bless,
Schola Eburuoh, COHS ‘17, CUA ‘21
P. 6
(Adapted from 2017-18 NFCYM Annual Report)
NCYC PILGRIMAGE
Trip
vs.
Pilgrimage
Planning a great trip to see a concert is pretty easy: buy your ticket online, book a flight and hotel, check
Yelp for restaurants, and return home with some selfies and fun stories to brag to your friends.
Planning a great pilgrimage takes much, much more. Make your experience at NCYC a truly
transformative encounter with the Lord through intentional planning that helps you and your
youth to have a truly life-changing moment of grace. Key differences:
*
Pilgrims perceive an internal dimension to the pilgrimage,
while tourists are concerned with the external journey alone
Pilgrims invest themselves, while tourists avoid a personal commitment
The focus for the pilgrim will be affected by the pilgrimage, while tourists
seek to remain untouched on a deep level by their experiences
Both the journey and arrival are important to the pilgrim,
while only the arrival matters for a tourist
Community is formed for pilgrims, while it is not a goal for tourists
INTERNAL - INVESTMENT - CONVERSION - JOURNEY - COMMUNITY
...have always held an important place in the life of Christians.
"Pilgrimages,
In the course of history, Christians have always walked to
a sign of the celebrate their faith in places that indicate a memory of the
condition of Lord or in sites representing important moments in the history
of the Church. They have come to shrines honoring the
the disciples Mother of God and to those that keep the example of the
saints alive.
of Christ in
this world... Their pilgrimage was a process of conversion , a yearning for
intimacy with God and a trusting plea for their material needs.
For the Church, pilgrimages, in all their multiple aspects, have
always been a gift of grace”
-Saint John Paul II, Pilgrimage in the Great Jubilee, 2
P. 7
*
Adapted from Doris Donnelly's Spirituality Today
NCYC PILGRIMAGE - INDIVIDUAL & GROUP ACTIVITIES
Get Ready for Adventure
How you prepare for your pilgrimage will influence your experience:
Prayerfully consider if God is calling you to participate in this journey.
Begin a Pilgrimage Journal - individually and one for the whole group
- to write, draw, record, or reflect on prayers & experiences
Attend Mass and Reconciliation together
Set spiritual goals and put them in writing
Research other popular pilgrimage sites and events (e.g. World Youth
Day; Lourdes, France; Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mexico; Walk to Mary
Pilgrimage, Wisconsin; Our Lady of the Rockies, Butte)
Design a group pilgrimage logo, prayer, and motto
Experience NCYC
You've arrived! Make the most of your time during conference.
Some tips and suggestions:
Keep your journal going; write down one message from each session
Set a spiritual goal for each day; write it down in your journal
Seek some space and time for quiet, silent reflection
Seek out new people, friends, and experiences
Sit next to someone new during our daily diocesan-group meetings
Proclaim the Gospel on your social media accounts
Set a spiritual goal that you want to continue after your NCYC
experience; then, set calendar reminders on your phone to "check-in"
on your progress on the 23rd of each month for 1 year
Keep Walking the Faith
Our walk with the Lord never ends. Keep the pilgrimage alive:
Set a date for a "reunion" dinner with your local parish
Find an accountability partner to share your spiritual goal with and
who can help keep you on track
Send thank you cards to anyone who helped you get to NCYC (e.g.
donors, youth minister, your parents), to any presenter/musician
whose message resonated with you, or other pilgrims you met
Ask your pastor to share a brief (5 minutes or less) testimony after
Mass with the congregation about your NCYC experience
P. 8
Group Leaders
"In brief, to accompany requires placing oneself at the disposal of the Spirit of the Lord and of
the one accompanied, with all his or her qualities and capacities, and then having the courage
to step aside with humility." -Synod on Young People, the Faith, & Vocational Discernment (101)
Things to do/know:
1. Register Yourself as a Group Leader: One Group Leader per
parish/group is required. This does not have to be a paid person
(e.g. Youth Minister). It can be any adult (21+) who meets Safe
Environment guidelines and agrees to be the liaison between the
diocese/parish and the NCYC participants and their parents. In
short, this means you will be responsible for communicating
deadlines, managing registration paperwork, collecting fees,
assisting with fund raisers, coordinating travel, etc.
2. Complimentary Hotel: Acknowledging what we expect of our
Group Leaders, OYYAM will pay for the hotel cost for the parish
Group Leader (a $200 value!) if they bring at least 3 other
participants. We will deduct the $200 off of your second
registration fee, which is due September 13.
3. Registration : Group Leaders will be expected to collect all registration forms and documents .
How you manage that process is entirely up to you. What has to happen is to get your people
registered online at dohyouth.org/ncyc by the deadlines. If registering your entire group at once,
you may pay by credit card or print an invoice to pay by check. Individuals may register online
(after communicating with you, of course).
4. Forms & Deadlines : We have two deadlines (June 20 & Sept. 13) , in part, because we want to
ease the burden of having to pay the entire registration fee at once. You are welcome to set your
own deadlines and fees for your own group. Because the capacity of NCYC is limited to 10,000
people this year, there may not be more tickets available after June 20.
NCYC has moved from a "registration" to a "ticket" event. In short, this means that there will be less
information and forms collected and that refunds will not be given. Like going to any concert, once
you purchase a "ticket" it's yours. If you choose not to go to the event, the responsibility is yours to
re-sell or exchange that ticket. Since this is new, we are all learning what this new process means.
since there is a limit of 10,000 tickets, it means that if you want to go, you need to commit early!
5. Travel: Group Leaders will be responsible for planning the travel arrangements for their group.
OYYAM can provide suggestions, but you have to decide what works best for your group. You're
welcome to drive your car, rent a bus, or fly there in a hot air balloon as long as you satisfy safe
environment and diocesan policies. But, most likely, you'll have to take an airplane. Whatever you
do, just make sure that you arrive by 12noon on Nov. 21 and leave after 11pm on Nov. 23 .
Closest Airport: Indianapolis International Airport (Code: IND)
It's a 21-min. drive to the hotel. There is no shuttle run by the hotel. Ground transportation info:
indianapolisairport.com/transportation-car-rental
P. 9PARENT INFO
Parents are most welcome at NCYC with their children.
“The joy of love
experienced by Experience NCYC with your child and see your
relationships bloom, both your relationship with your child
families is also the joy and with the Lord.
of the Church”
Especially for those who are unable to attend NCYC with
-Pope Francis, their child, here are some tips and suggestions for
Amoris Laetitia, 1 encouraging and relating to your child before, after, and
during this pilgrimage, along with some of the practical
information you need to know:
Pray with and for your child (emphasis on "with").
Your witness to the faith will have a vastly greater
influence on your child than anything at NCYC.
Chaperones & Appropriate Behavior/Apparel:
Appropriate behavior and apparel at NCYC begins with
conversations at home when Mom and Dad set clear
expectations for their children. In addition, please
make sure that your child knows who their Adult
Chaperone is, that you exchange information with the
Adult Chaperone, and that your child has read and
understands the Code of Conduct.
Fund Raising : Work with your local parish to help raise
funds to send your child to NCYC. Certainly, your local
faith community has a duty to support your child's faith
development, and you and your family also have a
responsibility to make sacrifices. Suggestion: one of
the best fund raisers for a high school-aged youth is a
part-time job!
The experience of NCYC can be difficult to put into
words. Those who did not experience NCYC may find it
frustrating when they only get simple answers to
probing questions. This is more often because pilgrims
are still processing the experience, not that they do
not want to share it.
Some conversation starters :
What was one thing you heard that you do NOT want to forget?
How would you describe your experience?
When did you feel closest to God?
What was the hardest part about going to NCYC? What challenged you?
Rather than asking... Consider asking...
How was it? What was one thing you will remember?
What was the best part? What did you journal about?
What did you do? What was a prayer experience you enjoyed?
What was your favorite thing? Did you learn any new songs or prayers?
P. 10FUNDRAISING
Fundraising
“And I tell you,
ask and you will receive;
seek and you will find;
knock and the door
will be opened to you."
-Jesus (Lk. 11:9)
Raising funds is hard! You are not alone. Following these principles and steps can help.
Fundraising isn't a matter of learning salesmanship. It is an attitude, an invitation to allow others
to be generous. Meditate on the following scripture passages to form your own attitudes and
convictions about fund raising:
Luke 11:9 – 13 1 Acts 2:44 – 45
Corinthians 9: 7 – 14 Mark 12:41 – 44
2 Corinthians 8: 6 – 15 Matthew – 21:22
Reflect on the following:
What does Scripture say about asking for support?
How can asking for support help me grow in faith?
How can asking someone to support me help them?
How should I handle asking individuals to support me who may not be financially well-off?
P. 11How to fundraise for NCYC 2021
There are countless ideas and ways to fund raise. (A simple online search will give you thousands!) Work with
your local parish to see what might work best in your community. Two tried and true fund raising ideas:
1) Ask family & Friends (see below)
2) Get a part-time job (at $10 per hour, you need 120 hours, or
8, 15-hour weeks)
Asking Friends & Family:
The first step is to set a goal. Example:
Registration: $625
goal!
Travel: $475
Food: $100
Misc.: $100
Total: $1,300
Next, make a list of people to contact:
Family members, friends, priests, people from your parish,
etc. Also, think of people whom you admire or who have
invested in you in the past.
Write a letter to send/give to your contacts
Make sure to personally sign and addressed each letter!
See a sample on p. 13.
In the letter describe why you want to go to NCYC and
invite them to contribute to your pilgrimage by sending a
check or money back to you. (Checks must be made out to
you, not the parish/diocese. Because it is made out to you,
Sample Phone Conversation it is a gift to an individual and will not be tax deductible.)
“Hi Grandma, this is __________. How are you Include one small return envelope with a stamp and
doing? (Allow a short time for small talk – then addressed as follows: (For Example:)
quickly get to the point.) “I am glad you are doing First and Last Name John Thompson
well. I was wondering if you received my letter this Your Address 1234 Main Street
week?...You have? GREAT! I am really excited Your City, State and Zip Helena, MT 59601
about this opportunity and am calling to see if you Put the letter and the smaller envelope with your address
would support me on my trip to NCYC.” and a stamp into a larger envelope.
If YES (I would like to give): (Ask Grandma): “My Address the larger envelope to the person (make sure the
goal is to raise $XXX, and I’m keeping a record of large envelope matches the personal letter!), stamp it, and
the gifts I receive. Do you have an amount in mind send it.
today? …Thank You! You can make the check Follow up!
payable to me and return it in the envelope I Within 1-2 weeks of sending the letters, call (don't text!)
enclosed with the letter.” everyone to whom you sent a letter.
If NO (I am unable to give): (Respond warmly and Keep Track and Write a Thank You!
don’t end the conversation abruptly): “Grandma, I Send thank you notes promptly (1-2 days) after someone
appreciate your time and I look forward to seeing agrees to sponsor your trip.
you at our family reunion this summer.” After the Conference...
Send out a letter to everyone who sponsored you that
**Don’t forget to send a thank you note within
shares about your experiences at NCYC. Thank them again
24–48 hours of receiving a “yes” on the phone!**
for their generosity.
P. 12*
Sample letter to contacts...
(HAND WRITE): "Dear Grandma,"
As you may know, I am currently a [year in school - e.g. "Sophomore"] a [school
name]. God has blessed my high school years, making them positive and truly
enjoyable. In addition to all of my activities at school, I also participate in my
youth group at [name of your parish] here in [name of home town/where your
parish is located].
At youth group I heard about the National Catholic Youth Conference happening
in Indianapolis, IN, next November 18-20, 2021. NCYC is the largest gathering of
Catholic high school youth in the country! In a distinctly Catholic setting, NCYC
You may type the
invites participants to encounter Christ, experience church, and be empowered
body of the letter,
but hand-written for discipleship.
is better:
This three-day event features some of the best Catholic speakers in the nation,
and it is designed to help high school youth like me who are seeking God’s will
in our lives.
NCYC will provide me with so many opportunities:
•To grow in my love for Jesus and the Catholic Church
•To spend time with many bishops, priests, religious and thousands of other
young people from around the country
•To hear from prominent Catholic speakers as they discuss issues pertinent to
us high school students
•To learn how to live my Catholic faith
I am very excited about NCYC. To attend, I need [insert fundraising goal here]
total (which includes my conference registration, hotel, food and transportation
to and from Indianapolis). I invite you to make a contribution to sponsor my
pilgrimage to this event. Any amount you are able to give toward this cause is
greatly appreciated. I am praying that 15 people will assist me with a gift
between $50 and $100.
Please send your gift back to me using the envelope provided. Make checks
payable to [Your Name]. I will be in contact with you soon to answer any
questions! Of course, you can call me at [insert phone number here]. Thank you
for your consideration.
Sincerely in Christ,
(HAND WRITE): [sign your name here]
* Adapted from SEEK19
P. 13
fundraising packet (seek2019.com)NCYC 2021
Indianapolis, IN - November 18-20, 2021
First Name: Last Name:
Status Grade 9 Grade 11 Young Adult (18-20)
(First) Name on
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Please describe any conditions that need special accommodation or should be known in case of emergency:Participant Code of Conduct & Medical Consent PARTICIPANT CONDUCT & MEDICAL CONSENT RELEASE STATEMENTS I, the undersigned hereby grant permission for me/my son/daughter to attend and participate in the 2021 National Catholic Youth Convention (NCYC) in Indianapolis, IN, November 18-20, 2021. In case of medical emergency, I understand that every effort will be made to contact the parents or guardian of the participant. If necessary, and in the event I cannot be contacted or respond, I hereby grant permission for my self/son/daughter to be evaluated, diagnosed, and/or medicated in accordance with standard medical practice by licensed medical personnel. I relieve my parish/school and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Helena of all consequences that may arise as a result of treatment. I will hold harmless and indemnify my parish/school and the Roman Catholic Bishop of Helena, the Diocese of Helena, chaperones, or representatives associated with the 2021 NCYC event from any liability in the event of injury. Furthermore, I agree to accept any and all financial responsibility as a result of scheduling treatment for such injuries. I/my child agrees to abide by all rules and regulations attached to this event. I also understand that if the participant violates any of the rules regarding possession or use of alcohol or other drugs, rules related to activity code of conduct, or rules governing personal and private property, the participant may be required to leave the activity at the participant’s own expense. I understand that the Diocese of Helena will not be held liable if I/my child fails to cooperate with such regulations. Participants also understand and agree that fighting, obscene language, and the use and/or possession of tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, and weapons of any kind is not acceptable behavior. If participants should be found in such behavior or in possession of and/or using such substances and/or items, participant also understands that parents/guardians may be notified and that participant may be sent home at participant’s own expense. Event directors have the authority to prohibit video camera or other forms of image-recording devices, as appropriate to prevent distractions or to protect against violating the privacy of participants. Violation of this policy may result in confiscation of such equipment for the duration of NCYC, and/or dismissal from said event. By signing this form I understand that a picture of myself/my child and/or work or projects created by myself/my child (e.g. still pictures, audio recording, video recording, or other reproduction of your/your child’s image) may be published in print or online by my parish, school, Legendary Lodge, Diocese of Helena, The Foundation for the Diocese of Helena, NFCYM, NCYC or their agents to advance the mission and purpose of the Catholic Church. Particpaant (Youth/Adult) Signature Date Parent/Guardian Signature Date ADULT DIOCESAN POLICY STATEMENT (Required of all adult participants - 18 yeas of age or older): I hereby attest that I have read or been informed of and agree to comply with the provisions of the Diocese of Helena’s Policy Regarding Child Abuse, Sexual Misconduct, and Sexual Harassment, I have fulfilled or will enroll in the diocesan VIRTUS Protecting God’s Children training prior to the National Catholic Youth Conference, and have submitted to a background check through my parish or Catholic school. Adult Participant Signature Date
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