WYD was a moving, exciting and friendly experience, not to mention tiring. But it was so worth it. (Gabs)
When someone asked me whether the Sydney WYD is better than the Cologne's WYD, I answered, "they were two unique exeriences". In Cologne, I was in awe when I saw the many religious landmarks and culture, like most European countries commonly have. I guess Sydney does not have a lot of major religious landmarks like Cologne, however, the diversity yet unity of the crowd was surely unique with the SYD WYD. Witnessing the colourful crowd in Darling Harbour (with the red backpacks..!!), the different country and group flags, the chants in different languages, and the wonderful gift of blue sky from God - I was touched by the unity of the crowd in this WYD! The song 'We are one body, one Body in Christ' really hit me hard when we were singing in one voice with more than 150,000 crowd during the Opening Mass in Barangaroo. (Jen)
The feeling of God's presence in my heart has growth stronger during the journey of WYD08. I wish that more and more poeple will get the meaning of "People need God" and follow the way, the truth and the life with the whole heart, whole soul, whole mind and whole strength. (Cat)
At the start of WYD08 I didn't know what to expect , but what I gained by the end of the week was a close bond with fellow 4271ers , an indescribable inner strength from God and an amazing week filled with memories that I will treasure and continue to collect during future World Youth Days . (Viv)
A one week experience that will relate to everything in my life now - can't wait for SPAIN! (Vicky)
I'm touched by the Holy Spirit, and the countless number of witnesses to Christ, one quote from Blessed Pier Giorgio Farssati that I really only start to understand: "To live without a faith, without a patrimony to defend without a steady struggle for the truth, that is not living, but just existing." This calls us to take a very proactive role to live out our faith, take actions, and bear witness to Jesus, so that we are not 'barely existing' but live life to the full! (Igy)
Two moments for me really.
1. Everyone (150,000) of us with hands reaching for the sky and singing the 1st verse of "Receive the Power" at the opening mass with Pope BXVI. "every nation, every tribe, come together, to worship YOU!" It perfectly reflected what "unity through diversity" was all about. 2. Pondering on the mystery of the unified duality of us being beautiful unique individual creations of God yet commune as one body through His real presence, the Eucharist. (Henry)
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