Weltjugendtag 2005, Köln - World Youth Day 2005, Cologne

"In the great Cathedral in Cologne are honored the relics of the Magi, the Wise Men from the East who followed the star which led them to Christ. As pilgrims, your spiritual journey to Cologne starts today. Christ awaits you there for the Twentieth World Youth Day!" (Pope John Paul II, WYD 2002 Angelus, July 28, 2002)

20^th World Youth Day
"We have come to adore Him." (Matthew 2:2)
Cologne, Germany

Registration is now available for participation in the Columbus Diocesan Pilgrimage to WYD 2005.

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Links

World Youth Day 2005
(Official Site)
The Vatican
Papal Message Announcing the WYD 2005 Theme
Archdiocese of Cologne
(in German)
Cathedral of Cologne
(in German)
German Bishop's Conference (in German)
DBK Press Release Announcing WYD 2005 Dates
(in German)
USCCB World Youth Day Office
Papal Writings to Youth

Map of Germany and Country Information
Map of Italy and Country Information
City of Cologne Travel Information
Christian Travelers Guide to Germany
Cologne City Guide (From World Executive)
Cologne City Guide (From Sales Guide)
Catholic History of Cologne (c. 1917)

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