Youth from all over the world who collaborate with Redemptorists have a lot in common; love for the Redeemer, mission enthusiasm, compassion for the needy and simplicity in communication. Therefore, Redemptorist Youth Congresses are held every three years.

Pagani (Italy, 1987)

The first Congress took place in Pagani (Italy, 1987) on the occasion of the bicentenary of the death of St Alphonsus, founder of the Redemptorists.

El Espino (Spain, 1988)

In El Espino (Spain, 1988) young people reflected on common mission with the Redemptorists.

Eggenburg (Austria, 1991)

In Eggenburg (Austria, 1991) it was decided that congresses would take place every three years.

Durham (England, 1994)

In Durham (England, 1994) the youth felt unity with the Anglican Church therefore, this congress was known as an “Ecumenical Pilgrimage”.

Essen (Belgium, 1998)

The 5th Youth Congress under the theme “Come and See” took place in Essen (Belgium, 1998).

Torun (Poland, 2001)

In Torun (Poland, 2001) the youth built bridges of friendship between people, nations and cultures.

Bonn (Germany, 2004)

The next Congress was held in Bonn (Germany, 2004) under the theme “This way”.

Limerick (Ireland, 2007)

In Limerick (Ireland, 2007) young people reflected on “God’s Crazy Love”.

During the congress our youth will experience and live the culture and spirituality of different nations. Young people from every corner of the world will share the traditions of their respective countries, discuss their personal experiences of God’s love, pray together and have a good time together etc.

Lviv (Ukraine, 2010)

The next Congress will take place in Ukraine. Lviv is looking forward to seeing many young hearts that burn with a desire to love God and who long to share His goodness and kindness with others.

International Youth Congresses are very special life giving events, which attest to the fact that present day youth truly desire to make the world a better place.