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Claret Youth Camp 2026 Zamboanga Sibugay Re-Echo: Solidarity in Love, Mission in Action

Oct 1, 2026 | Youth Ministry

September 25–27, 2026 | San Roque Parish, Libertad, Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay.

The Claret Youth Camp 2026 Zamboanga Sibugay Re-Echo was held on September 25–27, 2026, at San Roque Parish, Libertad, Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay, bringing together young people from CYM Tungawan and CYM Guilinan. The gathering welcomed 55 delegates and 43 committee members under the theme “Solidarity in Love, Mission in Action.”

The camp opened with the arrival and registration of the delegates, followed by the Opening Mass presided over by Rev. Fr. Ven John B. Porras, CMF. The Grand Opening followed, with Fr. Martin Ele, CMF, giving the welcome remarks. The delegates then took part in getting-to-know-you activities, allowing them to meet new friends and build a sense of community. The day ended with a group prayer and Rosary.

The second day began with the Holy Mass presided over by Rev. Fr. Christopher Ligason, CMF, followed by the first session, “Mission Possible,” led by Cesar Tubil. The delegates went around the community to gather ingredients for the activity and worked together to prepare arozcaldo. In the afternoon, children from the community joined the activities. The delegates played with them, shared meals, and distributed school supplies. The second session, “Claretian Youth in the Digital World,” was led by Jasniene Grace De Guzman, focusing on the responsibilities of young people as responsible users and witnesses in the digital world. The day continued with the Grand Dinner, Adoration and Taizé Prayer, Confession, and Praise and Worship. It concluded with the viewing of the Solidarity Videos created by the delegate groups.

The final day began with a Walking Rosary at 6:00 AM, followed by breakfast and the Claret Race. The final session, “Heartbeat,” was led by Lyca Subico, inviting the delegates to reflect on their identity and mission as young Claretians. The delegates also welcomed the IFF Asia Youth. The camp concluded with the Closing Mass presided over by Rev. Fr. Martin Ele, CMF, followed by the awarding of certificates. The delegates and committees then restored the camp area before returning home. The three-day gathering ended, but its message continues: to live in solidarity, put love into action, and carry the mission wherever we go.