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FEATURING
Damascus Worship
Music Ministry
We are also thrilled to welcome back once again Damascus Worship to be our music ministry for the event. Damascus is a community of missionaries come from and who are passionate about bringing revival to the Catholic Church. They believe that when a generation of people are awakened to God’s love, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and equipped with the tools to live a life on mission, it will change the world.
Mike Patin
Keynote Speaker
We are excited to welcome Mike Patin as our featured speaker this year! Mike describes himself as a “Faith Horticulturist” because his ministry is all about breaking new ground and planting seeds of faith. Through his energetic, humorous, and relatable stories, he encourages people to take the next step in their relationship with Christ.
A published author and seasoned Catholic speaker from Lafayette, Louisiana, Mike brings a wealth of experience from youth ministry, basketball coaching, and everyday life. His engaging style, practical wisdom, and contagious joy make him a speaker you won't want to miss.
CONTACT
Event Enquiries
Faye McCreedy
Ministries and Outreach Office
Event Coordinator
fmccreedy@rcav.org
(604) 683-0281 ext. 239
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do chaperones have to pay to get into Spirit Day?
Yes, chaperones do need to pay the $50 registration fee.
How do I register my child for Spirit Day?
You can register through your Catholic School teacher, your Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) teacher, or as an independent group. We only accept group registrations for Spirit Day to ensure that the mandatory minimum chaperone-to-youth ratio of 1:8 is met. This is for the safety and all youth attending. So, for example, if you have 8 youths who want to attend, you will need at least 1 adult chaperone (someone who is responsible for the group and is 19+ years of age). If you have 9 -16 youth, you will need to register another adult chaperone to stick to the 1:8 ratio. It is possible to register a minimum group size of 1 chaperone and 1 youth.
Does Spirit Day typically fill up/sell out?
It looks like the Saturday event will be filling up soon, so get your registration forms and payment in as soon as you can so you won’t be disappointed! (Don’t forget that the t-shirt order deadline is Monday, October 19, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Any registrations and t-shirt orders submitted after that date/time will not be given an event t-shirt.)
Is a t-shirt included in the registration fee?
Event t-shirts are only given to those who register prior to the Monday, October 19, 2026 at 4:30pm, t-shirt order deadline.
How do I pick up my Group Registration Kit (nametags and t-shirts)?
All registration packages will be ready for pick-up at Pacific Academy (in the media building across the parking lot from Chandos Pattison Auditorium) during the following times:
- Friday, November 6, 2026, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
- Saturday, November 7, 2026, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
- Sunday, November 8, 2026, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
What if I can’t have gluten? Will there be a special meal available for me?
At this time, we are only able to offer a vegetarian and a regular (no dietary restriction) lunch/snack. The event is nut-managed meaning we will not offer food that has nuts in it. However, due to the nature of this event, we cannot guarantee that it will be nut-free. If you or someone in your group has any dietary restrictions, we ask that they bring their own lunch and snacks. A place to hold your food will be provided (no refrigeration or heating up of food is available).
Cost: $50 per person
All participants must register with a parish, school or ministry group.
Register before Monday, October 19 to receive an event T-shirt.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Please read through the registration guidelines as there is a lot of very important information about this event.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Spirit Day? Will I get a t-shirt? How much does the event cost?
Saturday, November 7, 2026 OR
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Event Registration Enquiries
Vanessa Joseph
Ministries and Outreach Office
Registration
vjoseph@rcav.org
(604) 683-0281 ext. 234
What is Spirit Day?
Spirit Day is an annual one-day event designed for Grade 7 students! Presented by the Archdiocese of Vancouver, it is a celebration of faith designed to awaken the Holy Spirit in young people and get them excited about receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation.
The event includes engaging, inspirational talks from Mike Patin, praise & worship music by Damascus Worship, Holy Mass, as well as skits and other fun bits created and performed by local youth and young adults.
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Who can attend?
Spirit Day is open to Grade 7 students, especially those who will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation this year. Spirit Day is also exciting and relevant for the Adult Chaperones who will be accompanying the youth at the event.
Note: Adult chaperones are required for each group. The required chaperone-to-youth ratio is 1:8.
The Archdiocese of Vancouver acknowledges that the land on which we gather and work is the traditional and ancestral territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
VOLUNTEER
We are always looking for volunteers of all ages (from Grade 10 to older adults)! Spirit Day cannot function without volunteers like yourself who are so willing to serve with joyful hearts.
This year's theme: Glorify
Sometimes it can feel overwhelming to share our gifts and talents in service of God. We invite the youth and their chaperones to use the unique gifts they have been given, whether they seem great or small, to glorify Him. As God’s beloved children, we are reminded that no act of love is ever insignificant. Even the smallest gesture offered with love is pleasing to God and helps build His Kingdom. This year’s theme was inspired by the Sunday Gospel for Spirit Day weekend: Matthew 24:36, 25:14-30, as well as the following quotes from Saints:
“Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love” – St. Therese of Lisieux
“I am not capable of doing big things but I want to do everything, even the smallest things, for the greater glory of God.” – St. Dominic Savio
NOTE: Please read through the registration guidelines as there is a lot of very important information about this event.
This year's theme: Glorify
Sometimes it can feel overwhelming to share our gifts and talents in service of God. We invite the youth and their chaperones to use the unique gifts they have been given, whether they seem great or small, to glorify Him. As God’s beloved children, we are reminded that no act of love is ever insignificant. Even the smallest gesture offered with love is pleasing to God and helps build His Kingdom. This year’s theme was inspired by the Sunday Gospel for Spirit Day weekend: Matthew 24:36, 25:14-30, as well as the following quotes from Saints:
“Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love”
– St. Therese of Lisieux
“I am not capable of doing big things but I want to do everything, even the smallest things, for the greater glory of God.”
– St. Dominic Savio
FEATURING
Damascus Worship
Music Ministry
We are also thrilled to welcome back once again Damascus Worship to be our music ministry for the event. Damascus is a community of missionaries come from and who are passionate about bringing revival to the Catholic Church. They believe that when a generation of people are awakened to God’s love, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and equipped with the tools to live a life on mission, it will change the world.
Mike Patin
Keynote Speaker
We are excited to welcome Mike Patin as our featured speaker this year! Mike describes himself as a “Faith Horticulturist” because his ministry is all about breaking new ground and planting seeds of faith. Through his energetic, humorous, and relatable stories, he encourages people to take the next step in their relationship with Christ.
A published author and seasoned Catholic speaker from Lafayette, Louisiana, Mike brings a wealth of experience from youth ministry, basketball coaching, and everyday life. His engaging style, practical wisdom, and contagious joy make him a speaker you won't want to miss.
Cost: $50 per person
All participants must register with a parish, school or ministry group.
Register before Monday, October 19 to receive an event T-shirt.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Please read through the registration guidelines as there is a lot of very important information about this event.
NOTE: Please read through the registration guidelines as there is a lot of very important information about this event.
VOLUNTEER
We are always looking for volunteers of all ages (from Grade 10 to older adults)! Spirit Day cannot function without volunteers like yourself who are so willing to serve with joyful hearts.
CONTACT
Event Enquiries
Faye McCreedy
Ministries and Outreach Office
Event Coordinator
fmccreedy@rcav.org
(604) 683-0281 ext. 239
Event Registration Enquiries
Vanessa Joseph
Ministries and Outreach Office
The Archdiocese of Vancouver acknowledges that the land on which we gather and work is the traditional and ancestral territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
