Pilgrims prepared for the Way of the Cross with Mass and other programming at the Love and Life Centre on Friday, Aug. 19. A Joyful Atmosphere | Spiritual Preparation | 
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Friday at World Youth Day Events - Video Library
Pope Benedict XVI greeted hundreds of thousands of young people gathered Thursday in the Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain at the 26th World Youth Day. celebration. More | Photos | 
Pope Arrives - Video Library
Thousands of English-speaking pilgrims from around the world attended the programs at the Love and Life Centre on Wednesday, Aug. 17. More | Photos |
Day Two Events - Video Library
For the college Knights of Columbus, World Youth Day in Madrid will be an experience of service and growth. They traveled to holy sites before WYD to prepare for a week of service. More | 
Photos | Reflection on WYD - Pilgrimage to Spain
ROOTED AND BUILT UP IN JESUS CHRIST, FIRM IN THE FAITH
Want to see what you missed or relive the moments you enjoyed? Check out our photo gallery!
Thank you to everyone who called the Love and Life Centre home during World Youth Day 2011 in Madrid. It was our honor to work with you and for you. We're not done yet! A brand new video gallery with hours of footage chronicling the events at the Palacio de Deportes will be coming in the weeks ahead. Keep checking back for more info.
The Love and Life Centre will feature unforgettable talks and performances throughout the week. View our Performers/Speakers page for the full list of featured presenters and musical artists.
Alexander Acha
Grammy winner and International platinum selling artist.
A graduate of the Berklee School of Music in Boston, Acha won the 2009 Latin Grammy for "Best New Artist", as well as "Surprise Artist of the Year" ( Lunas del Auditorio Nacional Awards, Oye Awards), and "Best Pop/Ballad Song of 2010" (Ascap Awards, Sacm Awards).
Monsignor Eduardo Chávez
Postulator for the Cause for Canonization of St. Juan Diego.
Monsignor Eduardo Chávez Sánchez is co-founder and rector of the Institute for Guadalupan Studies, and is a canon of the Basilica of Guadalupe. Born in Mexico City.
Scythian
Celtic Rock Band.
Take a pair of classically trained dueling fiddlers, toss in a rhythm guitar and the occasional funky accordion, then power it with the driving rhythm of a jazz percussionist, and you've got the ingredients for a show you won't forget.
Helen Alvaré
Renowned speaker and professor of law.
Professor Alvaré is a Consultor to Pope Benedict XVI’s Pontifical Council for the Laity, an advisor to ABC news regarding the Catholic Church, and an advisor to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ pro-life committee.
Most Reverend Charles Chaput
Archbishop of Denver.
Appointed Archbishop of Denver in 1997 by Blessed Pope John Paul II, Archbishop Chaput is the author of the popular book, " Render Unto Caesar: Serving the Nation by Living Our Catholic Beliefs in Political Life," and encourages Catholics to take a "more active, vocal, and morally consistent role" in the political process.
Jason & Chrystalina Evert
Renowned speakers and authors
Jason Evert earned a master's degree in theology, and undergraduate degrees in counseling and theology, with a minor in philosophy, at Franciscan University of Steubenville.
Love and Life Centre: At a Glance
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Go to Madrid11.com to see the Official World Youth Day Schedule
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Knights Join Thousands in Welcoming Pope to World Youth Day
Thousands of Pilgrims Participate in WYD’s Opening Events
Knights, Sisters of Life host WYD center for English speakers
Word Youth Day Madrid Has Record Number of Registrants
Madrid11.com Highlights Love and Life Centre
Knights Join Sisters of Life to Host World Youth Day Pilgrim Center
WYD 2011 Conquers the Social Networks
WYD Organizers Expect More than a Million in Madrid
WYD Song Contest Shines Light on Pop Stars Across the World