Diocesan Youth Event Details

Diocese of Amarillo Deaneries

Central – Amarillo, Canyon

North – Booker, Borger, Cactus, Dalhart, Dumas, Gruver, Perryton, Spearman, Stinnett, Stratford, Sunray, Texline

East – Canadian, Childress, Clarendon, Groom, Memphis, Pampa, Panhandle, Shamrock, Wellington, Wheeler, White Deer

South – Bovina, Dimmitt, Friona, Happy, Hart, Hereford, Kress, Nazareth, Quitaque, Silverton, Tulia, Turkey, Umbarger, Vega

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• Place: Sts. Peter and Paul Parish – Dumas, Texas

• Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025

• Time: 11:30 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.

• Cost: $10.00

• Temp Schedule (Date of Event and Schedule are subject to change)

  • 11:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. – Registration and Opening Prayer
  • 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. – Mass Preparation
  • 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. – Mass
  • 1:30 p.m. - 2::30 p.m. – Lunch
  • 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. – Gathering & Icebreakers (get to know each other)
  • 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. – Talk on “Truth” (Objective vs. Subjective)
  • 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. – Seek Workshops within Apologetics (teen discussions on topics)
  • 4:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. – Large Group Gathering to Follow Up on Seek Workshops
  • 5:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. – Social Event

• Place: Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish – Groom, Texas

• Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025

• Time: 1:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

• Cost: FREE

• Temp Schedule (Date of Event and Schedule are subject to change)

  • 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. – Registration and Opening Prayer
  • 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. – Gathering & Icebreakers (get to know each other)
  • 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. – Talk on “Truth” (Objective vs. Subjective)
  • 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. – Seek Workshops within Apologetics (teen discussions on topics)
  • 3:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. – Social Break
  • 4:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. – Large Group Gathering to Follow Up on Seek Workshops
  • 5:00 p.m. -  5:30 p.m. – Mass Preparation
  • 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. – Mass
  • 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. – Dinner
  • 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. – Social Event

• Place: TBA

• Date: TBA

• Cost: TBA

• Place: TBA

• Date: TBA

• Cost: TBA

World Youth day 2027  |  Seoul, South korea  |  August 3-8, 2027

The diocesan delegation has begun accepting names for anyone interested in attending World Youth Day Seoul in 2027.

• Estimated Cost: $3100

• Delegates over 18 years of age need to have their Diocesan Safe Environment Training and background check completed prior to acceptance.

• Delegates aged 16-17 years old must register with a parish group, organization, or parent. Group/Organization: at least one pilgrim over 25 years of age and one over 18 years of age.

• Delegates under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent at all times.

• Delegates must stay in groups of three or more when attending separate activities approved by appointed diocesan leaders.

Flocknote Updates

Be sure to add World Youth Day Seoul 2027, under the Youth Ministry group, to your FlockNote alerts to receive up-to-date information.

WYD 2027 formation dates will be announced at a later date.

Formation meetings are an essential part of our pilgrimage preparation. We strongly encourage everyone to attend, as these gatherings will help strengthen mind, body, and spirit while fostering unity through group activities that prepare us for the journey ahead.

• Due NOW – Pre-Registration and $100.00 Deposit

Below is a Sample Schedule from the Last WYD

• Meeting Location: Diocese of Amarillo Pastoral Center  |  4512 NE 24th Avenue, Amarillo, Texas
• Note: Bring your favorite snacks and drinks

• March 5, 2022 – Meeting: 1:00-5:00 p.m.  |  Payment Due: $200.00
• July 9, 2022 – Meeting: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  |  Payment Due: $1000.00
• January 7, 2023 – Meeting: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  |  Payment Due: $1000.00
• March 18, 2023 – Meeting: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  |  Payment Due: $600.00
• June 10, 2023  – Meeting: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  |  Payment Due: $200.00 + any necessary adjustments

The diocesan delegation has begun accepting names for anyone interested in attending World Youth Day Seoul in 2027. Please contact Oscar Guzman to share your interest in attending.

Pre-Registration (NOW)

1. Send your signed pre-registration "Letter of Agreement" (located below under "Forms & Documents") to the Office of Youth Ministry with your $100.00 Deposit.

2. Complete the Pre-Registration Form to indicate your interest in attending WYD Seoul in 2027.

3. Note: If certain information is unavailable, complete what you can and enter “unknown” in the remaining required fields.

4. Be sure to sign up for our WYD Seoul 2027 FlockNotes, as most updates will be sent out via e-mail. We will also post updates on our Facebook page. Please add "[email protected]" to your e-mail address book to ensure it is not sent to your spam/junk folder.

Registration Includes: WYD 2027 registration fee, simple housing accommodations, transportation from/to Amarillo, ground transportation, all meals at Days in the Diocese and WYD only, and a WYD shirt and other gifts.

Make checks payable to: Diocese of Amarillo

Mail to:
 Diocese of Amarillo
 ATTN: Youth Ministry Office
 4512 NE 24th Ave.
 Amarillo, TX 79107

The Office of Youth Ministry is teaming up with Covenant Teen to sell raffle tickets to help fund-raise for those attending DCYC 2025 and WYD 2027 in Seoul, South Korea. Please support our youth by purchasing/selling raffle tickets.

• Tickets: $10 each
• Drawing: December 10, 2025 – Live on Facebook at 6:00 p.m.

Purchase Tickets at Covenant Teen

Prizes

1. Four tickets to Dallas Cowboys vs. Los Angeles Chargers (12/21/25)
2. Apple iPad Air (10.9”)
3. 55” TV
4. Smart Watch (men’s or women’s)
5. One-Cup Keurig Coffee Maker
6. Echo Dot

Earnings for Participants

• Each ticket sold earns $5 toward DCYC/WYD costs.

• Bonus for parish groups:
  • 150+ tickets = +10% earnings
  • 250+ tickets = +20% earnings (70% total)
  • 350+ tickets = +30% earnings (80% total)

*Example: If DCYC costs $100, simply sell 20 tickets to cover the fee.

Ticket Pickup/Mailing

• Ready September 2, 2025 (pick up) or mailed by September 3, 2025.

Money & Ticket Return

• All funds and unsold tickets due to the Diocesan Youth Office by December 4 (postmarked) or December 9 (in person by 5:00 p.m.)

• Address: Diocese of Amarillo, ATTN: Youth Ministry Office, 4512 NE 24th Ave., Amarillo, TX 79107

• Checks payable to: Diocese of Amarillo

How to Help

• Sell tickets to offset your registration or trip cost.

• Donate directly via the website donate box, Venmo (link on site), Cash App (text 806-670-5278), or by mailing a check (stubs will be returned).

• Lost tickets? Contact Oscar Guzman—list will also be posted online.

Contact

• Oscar Guzman – Office of Youth Ministry

  
  

Coming Soon!

Youth retreats are among the most effective tools in ministry, producing lasting spiritual impact. The National Study of Youth and Religion (2004) found that teens who participate in retreats, rallies, conferences, mission trips, or service projects report a stronger closeness to God, greater importance of faith in daily life, and increased personal Scripture reading.

Because of their effectiveness, parishes across the U.S. regularly host multiple retreats each year, tailored to different age groups, leadership teams, special needs, and Confirmation preparation.

The Diocese of Amarillo encourages each deanery to host two retreats per year (or one per cluster). Deaneries may invite one of four recommended retreat teams (below) or organize their own. The Diocesan Youth Office provides $350 in support for promotion and general assistance.

For details or approval to invite an outside retreat team, contact Oscar Guzman.

Approved Retreat Teams

Disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ Contact: Sister Joan Address: P.O. Box 64 Prayer Town, TX 79010 Phone: 806-534-2312 Email:  [email protected]

Covenant Teen Contact: Oscar Guzman Address:  P.O. Box 32762 Prayer Town, TX 79120 Phone: 806-670-5278 Email:  [email protected]

National Evangelization Team (NET Ministries) Address:  110 Crusader Ave. West West Saint Paul, NM 55118 Phone: 651-450-6833

REACH Youth Global Contact: Doug Tooke Address:  P.O. Box 1714 Helena, MT 59624 Phone: 406-461-8983 Email:  [email protected]

Other Possible Retreat Teams:

• Ablaze Ministries – based out of Bryan, Texas

• Discipleship Youth Retreat Team (DYRT) – based out of Lubbock, Texas