Auxiliary Joins in Local Youth Day Celebration

The Federal Association Auxiliary, along with 1,200 other young professionals, participated at the Archdiocese of Washington's Kraków in the Capital: World Youth Day celebration in DC.

Thanks to the support of the local DC and Maryland hospitallers, the auxiliary was able to share with other young professionals about the works of the Order and the opportunities available for young members across the Federal Association. The auxiliary representatives, who volunteered their time at the event, found themselves outnumbered at times because of the enthusiasm and curiosity of the attendees.

In addition to a live stream with Pope Francis, and adoration, the celebration culminated in a Mass attended by more than 1,300 young adults at the at the National Shrine celebrated by Cardinal Donald Wuerl.