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6. The website www.orval.be is in several languages. OYP
will be too ?
As we see at other youth meetings, which everybody knows - different
languages and cultures can be source of great richness. So we
warmly welcome people from different horizons. People can be
accompanied in different languages and there will be a translation
into Dutch of the introductory conferences. Those who wish it
can join a group in Dutch.
7. … and how much does it cost ?
We would ask you to give Euro 60 per person, depending on your
personal circumstances. The amount should not be an obstacle
to participating.
It would be easier for the organisation if you could transfer
the amount before the event. This transfer is your registration.
Please mention the family name and first name of the participant
and the reference " for OJP " :
CCP 000-0180869-61
Fortis bank 267-0054041-31
If there is any difficulty making the transfer you can register
on arrival at Orval.
(See registration n° 9)
 8.
How many people can participate ?
About 80 people, we think.
9. When must I sign up ?
As soon as possible, as soon as you have made up your mind.
10. Any other ways of registering apart from by internet ?
We prefer you to register on the internet - that is easiest for
us. Otherwise use our regular postal address, which is:
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OJP
Abbaye Notre-Dame d'Orval
6823 Villers-devant-Orval
Belgium
 11.
What should I bring ?
For the prayer time : a bible (but there are some New Testaments
for those who don't have one).
Also bring pen and paper to make notes. That will be useful for
the introductions and for making some personal notes, which you
can share in small groups.
For the accommodation sheets or sleeping bag, plus toiletries.
Clothes : of course we can't be sure what the weather will be
like. It can be cool at night in our region. If you like walking
bring suitable shoes. If you think you will do some manual work
bring appropriate clothes. And since it might rain, even in Belgium…
Musical instruments could be very useful (see the next question).
12. What is the musical backing ?
OYP is based on the "offices" of the community, the
monastic prayer time. At the beginning there will be a brief
song rehearsal to give you the basics, which will enable you
to join in the brothers' songs.
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is another aspect. Music is a good way for participants to communicate
with each other. So we welcome ideas for songs at the beginning
and the end of meetings. We also want your generation to express
itself. It is possible to incorporate that into our own monastic
style (it won't be any unsuitable style of music). On the Sunday
for the last Eucharist service we will unite our musical talents
to make the mass a festive one.
That's why it's important to fill in the part about music on
the registration form. If you aren't a musician, no problem.
There are other ways of actively taking part.
13. Do I have to take part in the whole programme, or can
one pick and choose ?
It's not like an "à la carte" menu. We expect
participants to commit themselves to the full programme.
But there are times for optional activities. For example you
may want to join in the "Vigiles" service (at 5 o'
clock… in the morning !). Then, for those who are interested
and early risers, you can stay in the church or sit in other
activities in other locations. So there are plenty of opportunities
for the more motivated ones among you.
Officially we will gt up at 6.15 in order to have breakfast and
be ready for prayers at 7 o' clock.
There will be several periods of free time, for being on your
own, breaks and time for remaxing. Every afternoon: manual jobs,
walking on your own or in groups.
 14. Are the meals
eaten in silence ?
Each meal will be different : breakfast (between 5.30 and 8.00)
is self-service and in silence (with background music) ; lunch
(at 12.30) all together, in silence (with background music) ;
you can talk during the evening meal, giving you the opportunity
to get to know each other) better.
15. Can I buy things there ?
There will be a selection of books and CD's about the bible and
prayer. One of the brothers will be available to advise you.
There will also be an information desk with addresses for you
to make a further personal search.
16. Maybe a surprising question but important : is there anything
I should not bring?
Computers and radios are not useful. Please don't bring any alcoholic
drinks.
 17.
What is the meaning of the different parts of the logo ?
In the graphics there are three elements : the rose window refers
to the ruins, representing the past; the church tower symbolises
the location of the current community; the whole is dominated
by the blue figure. This silhouette associates two letters :
the J and P of OJP (the O being the circle of the rose window
and the text give contours). At the same time it reminds one
of the "tau", one of the forms that Christian iconographs
used for the cross. You also find it in the catacombs. St Francis
used it a lot for his prayer of the Pascal mystery. It's also
a human attitude, expressing the meditation of the person praying
and his conformity with the resurrected Christ who welcomes everyone.
The colours : the rose window is made of "pierre de France"
(French sone), the stone that is typically used in the region
of Gaume. The green comes from the forest of Orval. The blue
is the colour of the water in the valley, which springs from
the "Mathilde fountain" and its legend of the Orval
name.
18. At what time does OYP start on the first day (Wednesday
6th August) ?
Everyone is expected 11.00 a.m. so the programme can start
at 12 o' clock.
19. If I have some special needs what should I do ?We
ask that question in the registration form, see item 7. Feel
free to state your needs. This information will be kept confidential
by the brother in charge of registration and, if relevant, the
doctor responsible for the event. There will be several doctors
and nurses present during the event.
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Frequently
asked questions (FAQ) :
3.
Why this OYP ?
5.
Why aren't all the leaders monks ?