All 2,000 pilgrims ushered in the official start of MAGIS 2013 last night with music, dancing, performances and plenty of impromptu cheering and breaking into song. Catch a glimpse of the festivities in the video below!
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[Magis Goes] All Night Long
It’s 11:30 pm … do you know where your pilgrims are? TJP does.
5 Reasons to Pay Attention to WYD 2013
We’ve got all the links you’ll need to follow Magis & WYD 2013 — and the reasons to click them, too.
Redhawks to Rio!
Jason Welle introduces you to a group of Seattle University students and alumni getting ready to join the pilgrimage to Magis and World Youth Day in Brazil.
Six Perfect Days: Rio 2013
Jason Welle maps out six perfect days in Rio de Janeiro. Are you in?
This Summer: Going Green in Brazil
The world’s Catholic young people are getting ready to gather in Rio de Janeiro; Jason Welle looks at how World Youth Day is going green.
Holy Rivalries!
Pope Francis confirms his presence at WYD 2013 — Jason Welle wonders how much of the famous Argentina-Brazil rivalry will come with him.
Soundtrack for Rio
The folks in Brazil are getting prepared to welcome the rest of the world for Magis 2013 — and they’re even singing for us.
“Because the world will be there” — Heading to Rio
Rio’s the place to be in the next few years. Even the New York Times agrees.
Rio Baby!
What are you doing in July? We have a few suggestions if you’re free.