The Message
Pope Benedict XVI encouraged this World Congress on mercy. The Holy Father will open the Mercy Congress with Holy Mass at St. Peter's Square.
World Apostolic Congress on Mercy
April 2 – 6, 2008
The Catholic Church, under the direction of Pope Benedict XVI, will hold the first World Apostolic Congress on Mercy in Rome on April 2-6, 2008.
Through this World Congress, the Church hopes to energize, educate and enable attendees to return to their native countries and initiate or improve upon the spreading of the message of Divine Mercy.
To attend the World Congress in Rome, you must register.
Upon arrival, you will be issued an official identification badge to admit you into the special seating for the Masses, general sessions, and language specific activities.
Registration and accommodation options:
Association of Marian Helpers Mercy Congress Pilgrimage
Travel, Hotel, Congress — March 31-April 9, 2008
Chaplains:
Fr. Seraphim Michalenko, MIC
Fr. Kaz Chwalek, MIC
- Round trip Air from Chicago, Newark, or New York to Rome.
- Transportation to and from all events.
- Tourist class hotels.
- 3 meals a day: No lunch the day of arrival, April 7, or the day of departure.
- Extension to Assisi is available.
- Registration to World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (required for all events).
Pilgrimage Price: $2,649 |
Airport Departure Tax: $350 |
Single Suppliment: $560 |
Registration: €50 (approx. $75 USD) |
Deposit required to hold space: $600 per person. |
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Registration for the Association of Marian Helpers Mercy Congress Pilgrimage is now closed.
You may still register with Rome (see below).
If you joined the Marian Pilgrimage, you do not have to register through the Rome option below. Download the itinerary for the Marians' pilgrimage to Rome.
For more information, call Donna Leab at (413) 298-1307 or email her at dleab@marian.org.
Register with Rome
Accomodations and Registration at the Official Mercy Congress Site
Double and single rooms will be available at a 3-star hotel and a religious institute. (See official Mercy Congress site for details) Payment, in full, due by March 31, 2008.
Note: With this option, you must arrange travel to and from Rome, and transportation within the city.
Arrange your own travel & accomodations
Registration for Mercy Congress still required
If you arrange your own travel and accomodations, you still must register at the official website to attend the Mercy Congress. You will also need transportation to the places for daily events.
Individuals and groups may register for the Mercy Congress on the official website. Registration is €50 or approximately $75 USD, payable upon registration.