Young adults holding candles during a night vigil, faces lit by candlelight

A yearwith Christ.

Rejoice is a ten-month international programme of formation in the Catholic faith for young adults, full of creative missionary experiences across Europe.

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Mid-October to mid-August
Ages 18–30
Altötting, Bavaria
English & German

Become a missionary disciple

From the middle of October to the middle of August, join us for an unforgettable experience as a missionary disciple. Immerse yourself in a programme of daily prayer, Mass, Eucharistic Adoration and praise, while sharing life with others from all over the world.

The curriculum includes theology, character development and evangelization classes, as well as training to use your talents to spread the Word of God on European mission tours and through digital media.

Meet the team

Missionaries striking joyful poses in the Josefsburg garden

The Rejoice band on stage under purple light, a singer with an acoustic guitar

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A day in our life

Prayer, study, music and table fellowship. This is the rhythm of a day at the Josefsburg.

Morning: Start of the Day
Every morning after breakfast, we begin our day by developing our talents and skills, be it music, art or sound and technology. Afterwards, we come together with our fellow missionaries from all over the world for a time of praise and worship.
Mid-morning: Formation Time
From mid-morning, we delve into Catholic theology and other subjects that help us become missionary disciples and future leaders. The programme features instructors from all over the world who share their knowledge and expertise in their fields.
Afternoon: Creativity Time
After our communal lunch and daily chores, we have some free time. Then we put our talents together and experience the whole being greater than the sum of its parts, in band performances, songwriting sessions, or media and production, to give just a few examples.
Evening: End of the Day
We bring all the day's activities before God in Eucharistic Adoration, which prepares us for the celebration of Holy Mass. Afterwards, we have dinner together. In the evening, we meet in our small sharing groups, take time for spiritual reading or enjoy free time together. Now and then we hold cultural evenings, sharing stories and dishes from our home countries.

The five pillars

The five pillars are the main focus of our year together. Everything we do falls under one of these guiding principles, and we strive to live each of them every day.

Mass, Adoration and silence
We are committed to deepening our relationship with God and with others in our community. Join us in exploring the beauty of the Liturgy and the power of the Sacraments. Daily Mass and Adoration are integral parts of our spiritual journey. We also seek to integrate moments of silence into our prayer lives to experience the boundless love and mercy of God.
One house, many countries
In choosing Rejoice, we embrace a full-time residential community life. During this year of living together, we encounter other young people from different cultures and backgrounds. Our shared living space helps us to foster a spirit of charity and humility. We will encounter both joys and difficulties, while creating meaningful, lifelong friendships.
Band, songwriting, media
Level up your skills and unleash your creativity to open the hearts of others. We explore new ways to channel our talents to reach people in a meaningful way, both individually and as a team. Performing as a band is a priority for us, because it is an excellent tool to fulfil our mission and connect with our audience.
Scripture, theology, apologetics
Our curriculum gives students a deep understanding of Scripture, Dogmatic Theology, Apologetics, Evangelization, Moral Theology and more. Our courses are taught by internationally recognised theologians and experts in their fields.
Schools, retreats, festivals
We gain pastoral experience on the ground through our international missions in both Christian and secular contexts, such as school visits, teen retreats, festivals and forums. Our house is also the backdrop for international events where we reach out to people of different ages, backgrounds and cultures.

Where the year takes you

Our mission year 2024/25, month by month. Rejoice missionaries lead worship, serve and share their faith from Bratislava to Rome.

28 Dec – 1 Jan2024
Bratislava
Slovakia
European Emmanuel Youth Meeting
Emmanuel Youth from across Europe gathered for formation, worship led by Rejoice, mission and a party.
19 Jan2025
Munich
Germany
Emmanuel Sunday
Rejoice provided the music for Holy Mass and adoration and shared testimonies.
6 Feb – 9 Feb2025
Paray-le-Monial
France
Winter Forum
Exploring the 350th anniversary of the apparitions of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
6 Mar – 21 Mar2025
Cologne · Amsterdam · Eindhoven · Münster
Germany & the Netherlands
Mission Tour 2
Two weeks on mission with the Emmanuel Community in four cities.
30 Mar2025
Hauzenberg
Bavaria
Parish Mission
Bringing music and youthful joy to the liturgy at St. Vitus.
17 Apr – 21 Apr2025
Altötting
Bavaria
Easter Forum
The Easter Triduum with praise, talks, workshops and a party with the Rejoice band and DJ.
13 May – 18 May2025
Several places
Communities and projects
Compassion Mission
An intensive time of living and serving among the poorest of the poor.
27 Jun – 29 Jun2025
Innsbruck
Austria
Feast of the Sacred Heart
Celebrating the Sacred Heart in Tyrol with the Emmanuel Community.
22 Jul – 6 Aug2025
Rome
Italy
Jubilee of Young People
Tour 3. Rejoice led music and performed for pilgrims.
8 Aug2025
Altötting
Kapellplatz
Summer Forum
An evening of live music, worship and testimonies on the chapel square.

The people of Rejoice

A small leadership team and a group of young missionaries from across Europe and beyond, living one year together.

Leadership team

Missionaries 2025/26

Meet the team

Hear our testimonies

What friends and alumni from around the world say about their year.

Thanks to Rejoice, God has become a living presence in my life.

FilipRejoice alumnus, Czechia

Read all testimonies

The Josefsburg in Altötting in spring, a white castle with a tower and a chapel, surrounded by a lawn

Your home for ten months

You will live in the Josefsburg in Altötting, in the heart of Bavaria. It is where Rejoice prays, studies, rehearses and celebrates, and where the house opens its doors for events like the castle festival and the Advent evening.

Single rooms with washbasins
Separate floors for men and women
Common rooms and a garden
Recording studio and video studio

Aerial view of Altötting with its pilgrimage churches and the chapel square — Altötting, BavariaShow on map

Is Rejoice for you?

You are between 18 and 30 years old and Catholic, baptised and confirmed.
You desire to develop your relationship with the Lord.
You are ready to use your talents for mission.

Cost per month

1,200 €

Including accommodation, food, teaching and missionary travel. Like the missionaries before you, you build a circle of supporters. Finances are discussed in the interview, and support may be available in some cases.

How to apply

Questions we hear often

Is this mission focused on young people only?

Yes, the age range is from 18 to 30 years old.

Where will I live during my time at Rejoice?

You will live in the Josefsburg in Altötting, Bavaria, with access to several facilities, common rooms, a recording studio and a video studio. The accommodation offers single rooms with washbasins, with separate floors for men and women and communal showers and toilets on each floor.

What languages are spoken at Rejoice?

Rejoice has leaders and missionaries from all over the world. It is a bilingual programme, so both English and German are spoken. If you have no prior German skills, do not worry, we offer an intensive German course one month before the start of term.

How long is the programme?

The programme runs for ten months, from the middle of October to the middle of August each year.

All questions and answers

A missionary playing guitar in the open side door of the mission van

Support our mission

Rejoice is a nonprofit work. Your support helps form missionary disciples rooted in a profound relationship with Christ, and makes it possible for young people who cannot afford the year to take part.

Become a Rejoice mission partner with a monthly donation of 100 euros.

Become a mission partner