The Redshirts programme exists to lead young people in the Diocese to an encounter with Jesus. Since 2004, nearly 600 young people from all over the Diocese have experienced what it means to be a Redshirt. We are a group of young people from school years 10 and 11 who, led by a fantastic and committed team of young leaders, share a life changing experience. One of the best things about the Redshir
ts is the friendships that are made through our time together. The sense of community and openness of the group is commented on every single year – anyone is welcome, and everyone is accepted for who they are. During our time together, both in Lourdes and back home, there are plenty of opportunities for games, building friendships, prayer, discussion, exploring, free time, a lot of laughter and the occasional ice cream! Our aim is to return home as better people and Lourdes is the perfect setting to (re)discover our faith and what it is that we believe, both as Catholics and as individuals. So if you’re interested in embarking on a journey that is guaranteed to be a whole lot of fun, help you make great friendships, help you to understand who you truly are and help you to grow in your faith then Redshirts 2017 is exactly what you are looking for!
