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Something significant is stirring in the Diocese of St. Catharines. Bishop Gerard Bergie has set a bold and hopeful vision for the diocese: 2,000 people entering the Church in the Great Jubilee of 2033. That kind of renewal does not happen by accident. It happens when leaders are formed, equipped, and sent.

CCO has been invited to play a part in that vision by helping raise up new leaders, strengthen current ones, and ignite a renewed missionary confidence across the diocese.

What Is This Mission?

This mission project marks something new for CCO—and at the same time, something deeply rooted in our history. For many years, CCO missions have been limited to three weeks, but in the past we regularly sent teams on longer, 6–12 week missions. This project is an intentional step toward rediscovering that model and discerning whether longer-term missions can once again be a fruitful and sustainable part of CCO’s missionary vision. You will begin with a 3-day orientation, receiving practical training to share the Gospel clearly and simply, pray with others, and accompany people toward a deeper holiness and mission.

From there, you will step directly into mission within the Diocese of St. Catharines. You will help lead CCO faith studies, engage in spiritual conversations, support schools and parishes, and help animate small groups at leadership training events. Most importantly, you will share the joy and hope you have found in Jesus and help others do the same.

This mission is about momentum. It is one concrete step toward building a diocesan culture where missionary disciples are formed and sent with confidence.

Why This Matters

The Diocese of St. Catharines is looking ahead with faith and expectation. To reach the Jubilee of 2033 with strength, the Church needs activated, equipped, and Spirit-filled leaders who know how to evangelize and accompany others.

We will not accomplish the entire vision in one mission, but we can help lay foundations, strengthen leaders, and contribute to a movement that will continue long after we leave.

Who This Mission Is For

This mission is best suited for students and young adults with some CCO leadership experience. Ideally, participants will have led a small group Discovery faith study before. Experience accompanying others through CCO materials is a strong asset.

Joy in the Mission

Mission is serious, but it is never joyless. Alongside ministry, there will be time to enjoy community living, rest, and to explore the Niagara region; most notably, Niagara Falls. We believe joy is not a distraction from mission, but one of its strongest witnesses.

Some moments only come once in a lifetime. This summer, CCO will serve in Cork, Ireland during the 100th anniversary year of the Corpus Christi Eucharistic Procession, walking in the legacy of St. Patrick, who first brought the Gospel to this land. In a city of stone cathedrals, narrow streets, and centuries of prayer, we will spend three weeks proclaiming the Gospel, inviting people into a life-changing encounter with Jesus, and helping them grow in prayer as we bring them alongside us to share the Gospel with others.

Rooted in the Gospel, the Eucharist, and the Saints, this mission is about encounter with Jesus—and the mission that flows from it.

What Is This Mission?

You’ll begin with three days of orientation, receiving hands-on training in prayer, evangelization, and accompaniment—learning how to share the Gospel clearly, pray with others, and walk with people toward holiness and mission. From there, you’ll step into real mission alongside the local Church in Cork, engaging young adults, parishes, and schools through spiritual conversations, prayer, and invitation, helping people encounter Jesus and then join in sharing the Gospel with others.

During the mission, Cork will also host the relics of St. Carlo Acutis, a young modern saint whose love for the Eucharist continues to inspire a new generation. You’ll help host events around the relics, praying with people and inviting them into life-changing encounters with Jesus.

You’ll also have the chance to experience daily life in Ireland—walking Cork’s historic streets, hearing the local accents, and soaking in the music and culture of a place shaped by centuries of faith. It isn’t a vacation, but it is the gift of living somewhere rich in history, story, and Catholic life.

Why This Matters

The Bishop of Cork has called his diocese to rediscover its missionary identity and raise up a new generation of disciples to carry the Gospel into Ireland’s future. CCO has been invited to be part of that work.

We won’t change a country in three weeks—but we may help form and send the people who will.

Who Should Apply

We’re looking for students and young adults who want to put their faith into action and grow as missionaries. You don’t need to already be a St. Patrick or a St. Carlo—just willing to be taught, willing to be bold, and willing to be sent.

If you’re ready to step into something God is already preparing, we invite you to apply.

Travelling to Mission

Wales is a small country with a deep Christian story and a hunger for renewal. Across the Archdiocese of Cardiff–Menevia, pastors and young leaders are praying for a fresh movement of faith, and CCO has been invited to come and walk with them in this moment.

What Is This Mission?

You will begin with three days of orientation, receiving the same training in prayer, evangelization, and accompaniment that CCO missions are known for. You will learn how to share the Gospel clearly and simply, pray with others, and walk with people towards greater holiness and mission.

From there, you will step into real mission alongside the local Church in Cardiff, working with priests, teachers, and young adult leaders. Together, you will go onto campuses, schools, and city streets, engaging people through conversation, prayer, and personal witness, helping them encounter Jesus and inviting them to grow in faith.

This mission is a formative, apostolic experience where formation leads to proclamation and multiplication.

You will begin with three days of orientation, receiving the same training in prayer, evangelization, and accompaniment that CCO missions are known for. You will learn how to share the Gospel clearly and simply, pray with others, and walk with people toward Christ.

From there, you will step into real mission alongside the local Church in Cardiff, working with priests, teachers, and young adult leaders. Together, you will go out two by two into campuses, schools, and city streets, engaging people through conversation, prayer, and personal witness, helping them encounter Jesus and inviting them to grow in faith.

The Experience

You will support Catholic schools, youth ministries, and parish communities as they rediscover their missionary identity. Rather than running one-off events, you will walk with local leaders, helping them build confidence, skills, and momentum for evangelization that will last beyond your time there.

This mission is about partnership, not performance. You are there to serve, to encourage, and to help the local Church take its next step forward.

Alongside the mission itself, you will experience the life and culture of Wales. You will walk through ancient streets and past medieval castles, hear the Welsh language spoken and sung, and feel the warmth and humour of a people known for their strong sense of community. It is not a vacation, but it is a place that will leave its mark on you.

Why This Matters

The Church in Wales is at a turning point. Leaders across the Archdiocese of Cardiff–Menevia are hungry for new ways to reach young people and renew their parishes with missionary energy.

CCO has been invited to be part of that renewal. We will not change a nation in a few weeks, but we can help form and strengthen the people who will.

We are looking for students and young adults who want to put their faith into action and grow as missionaries. You do not need to arrive with everything figured out. You need to come willing to be taught, willing to be bold, and willing to be sent.

Travelling to Mission

What Is a PilgriMission?

A PilgriMission is more than a trip; it’s where the heart of a pilgrim meets the mission of an apostle. As pilgrims, you’ll enter deeply into prayer, the sacraments, and daily formation. As missionaries, you’ll step out in boldness, engaging in spiritual conversations with fellow pilgrims, sharing your testimonies, and inviting others into a life-changing encounter with Jesus.

The Experience

• Live and serve at the Shrine
  Take part in the daily life of this holy site and welcome the thousands who come to pray.
  
• Encounter fellow pilgrims
  From the Centennial Mass on June 27 (2–3,000 attendees) to the Tamil Pilgrimage on July 12 (10,000 pilgrims), you’ll have daily opportunities for relational evangelization.
  
• Grow in holiness and mission
  Receive world-class formation that helps you pray deeply, lead intentionally, and share the Gospel simply and clearly. The slower rhythm of life will invite you to rest, reflect, and discover the joy of missionary living.
• Outdoor Adventure
  Enjoy the beauty of Georgian Bay through outdoor experiences with the potential for hiking, canoeing, and camping.
  

Daily Rhythm

• Mornings: Prayer, worship, and Mass
• Afternoons: Spiritual conversations with visitors + hands-on service with Shrine staff
• Evenings: Outreach events inspired by Summit (i.e. testimonies, praise, and kerygmatic talks)
• Throughout: Ongoing formation in prayer, holiness, leadership, and evangelization

In this alumni-focused PilgriMission’ to the Camino de Santiago (The French Way) we invite you to embrace your missionary identity and reignite your zeal as missionary disciples.

The Camino is the fastest-growing pilgrimage in the world. Each year, thousands of seekers (many unevangelized) walk this ancient route in search of meaning. What an opportunity this is for the sowing of the Gospel!

At the same time, the Camino offers practicing Catholics a rich immersion in their faith: historic churches, pilgrim Masses, frequent access to the sacraments, and the daily graces (and challenges!) of life on The Way.

For centuries, the Camino has been a place of encounter and renewal. For a week together, we’ll step into that living stream, seeking deeper intimacy with Christ, community with one another, and seizing natural opportunities to share Jesus with the pilgrims we meet.

What to Expect

Walk by day

We’ll journey through a strategic one-week stretch at the beginning section of the Camino Francés, the most iconic and historic of the Camino routes. Each day includes a balanced rhythm of walking, prayer, reflection, meaningful conversation, and the simple joy of pilgrim life along the beautiful landscapes of Northern Spain.

Mission by evening

In the auberges and shared spaces along the route, we’ll take opportunities for relational evangelization and spiritual conversations with fellow pilgrims from around the world. The Camino already opens doors; we will simply take these opportunities to share Christ, with missionary hearts. Two tools we’ll be leaning into are the four skills for Intentional Accompaniment Conversations and the Ultimate Relationship Booklet.

Daily faith opportunities.

• Daily Mass whenever available

• Dedicated personal prayer time

• Formation rooted in CCO’s missionary identity

• Special online preparation leading up to departure, led by Intentional Accompany Specialists, and tailored specifically to help CCO Alumni live as activated disciples

Before & After the Week

Our guided portion covers one week of the Camino, but participants are welcome to continue walking after the mission, even continuing on to complete the full Camino journey, if they wish.

You’ll also receive coaching and supported to bring the experience to your community back home through the Activate program.

Who This Is For

This Pilgrimission is primarily designed for CCO Alumni seeking renewal, deeper mission, or meaningful adventure. It is also open to adults that are interested in learning CCO’s approach to evangelization, even if they weren’t involved with us on campus. A limited number of mature students may also be considered. Space is limited.

Come Walk With Us

If you’re longing for a spark of missionary zeal, a deeper encounter with Christ, and an unforgettable experience of community and adventure, this Pilgrimission may be exactly what you’ve been waiting for.