Who can go to the National Catholic Youth Conference?
The National Catholic Youth Conference is open to youth ages 14-18 and who are still in high school.
This memo is provided for youth who need documentation to help facilitate receiving an excused absence from school to attend NCYC. Adults (21 and older) are able to attend as chaperones for groups of youth.
Young adult college students are encouraged to attend the first ever Catholic Collegiate Conference which will be held simultaneously with NCYC in Indianapolis. Click here for more details.
New! Single Day Registration - National Catholic Youth Conference 2011 Adults Only
We invite adults (21 years of age or older), especially parents or guardians of youth who are attending, to take a “sneak a peek” at NCYC 2011 and join us for one day! Come see what your child is experiencing at this great event. Click here for more information and to register.
What is the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)?
The National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC for short) is a biennial gathering of high school youth from around the United States. It is an opportunity for you to experience the true universality of the Catholic Church by praying, going to Mass, and experiencing Christ in Reconciliation and Adoration with other Catholics from around the country.
NCYC always attracts some of the biggest and best known Catholic speakers and musicians, and brings them together to share their time and experiences with you in break-out sessions and workshops.
There are also plenty of opportunities for you to get to know other people from different regions of the U.S. Entertainment includes concerts, a dance, a comedy club as well as interactive exhibits.
Ultimately, NCYC is a weekend get-together with the you, the Holy Trinity, and 25,000 of your closest friends!
When is NCYC?
This year, NCYC is being held Thursday, November 17 through Saturday, November 19, 2011.
NCYC starts on Thursday, November 17 with registration beginning at 9:00 AM. The first opening session begins at 8:00 PM in Lucas Oil Stadium. Below is a link to the NCYC draft schedule.
Indianapolis, IN is playing host to NCYC 2011! Lucas Oil Stadium, home of our Indianapolis Colts, and the newly-renovated Indiana Convention Center will be the meeting sites for 25,000 Catholic youth from across the country. Our capital city has a lot to offer visitors; whether you are from Indianapolis, have visited many times, or haven't been before, there is always something new to see and do. Check out the Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association for more details on our great city!
Why should I go to NCYC?
NCYC is a great opportunity for you to meet other Catholic youth from around the United States while at the same time entering into a deeper relationship with Christ and His Church. It is an experience unlike almost any other event because you will be surrounded by 25,000 other Catholic youth that want to become more engaged in their faith and Church. NCYC attracts some of the most well known Catholic speakers, so the presentations are always top of the line and engaging.
Don't take our word for it though, here are some quotes from previous NCYC participants:
"NCYC has forever changed my outlook on my religion and faith. The speakers went through many struggles in their lives but they all still believe in God because he was with them all the way. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life."
"NCYC is something every single Catholic youth should be involved in; 23,000 Catholic youth, what a great experience. I'm going to the next one."
"The closing Liturgy was phenomenal. It was great seeing over 100 bishops, priests, and deacons con-celebrating together."
NCYC will give you a great experience of the universal Church while deepening your faith and letting you have fun do it. So the question isn't "Why should I go to NCYC?" The question is "Why shouldn't I?"
How can I register for NCYC and how will I get there?
To register for NCYC, speak with your parish youth minster or high school campus minister for the forms and registration information. You must register through a parish or high school! If your parish or school is not attending NCYC, contact Youth Ministry in the Office of Catholic Education at (317) 236-1477 or toll free at (800) 302-9836 ext. 1477, and you will be connected with a parish that is attending.
Registration deadline is Wednesday, June 15, 2011.
The forms below have been provided for your convenience; please return them to your parish or school group leader. You must register through your parish or school. Please do not return the forms directly to Youth Ministry in the Office of Catholic Education.
