Frequently asked questions
Everything about the programme, applying, daily life and costs. If your question is not here, write to us.
The programme
Is this mission focused on young people only?
Yes, the age range is from 18 to 30 years old.
Do I need to be Catholic to join Rejoice?
Yes, the requirement is that you have a baptismal and a confirmation certificate. If you do not have these certificates and are interested in becoming Catholic, please do not hesitate to speak with us.
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.
Applying
If I am a European Union citizen, do I still need a passport?
Yes. There will be plenty of travelling, and some missions may take you outside the EU.
How do I apply for Rejoice?
Write to us at info@rejoice.cyou and request the application documents. Your application includes your baptismal and confirmation certificates, a letter of motivation, a brief background description and current CV, a letter of recommendation from your pastor or parish priest, a local bishop or a community leader, links to your social media, a copy of your passport and a profile photograph.
Is the mission open to international students?
Yes. After you are accepted into the programme, we will walk you through how to obtain a visa. Please make sure your passport is valid for six months after the end of the Rejoice programme.
What are the prerequisites to join Rejoice?
You desire to develop your relationship with the Lord. You are ready to use your talents for mission. Your application has been successful.
How do I know if I am qualified?
Get in touch with us at info@rejoice.cyou. We would love to get to know you.
Living at Rejoice
Do students get holidays during the year?
Students have about two weeks of holiday after both Christmas and Easter. Towards the end of the programme, we spend a week-long holiday together.
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.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes, you need health insurance that is valid in Germany and throughout the EU. It should cover all outpatient and inpatient treatment, including a trip to the dentist.
Costs and support
What does it cost?
The cost per month at Rejoice, including accommodation, food, teaching and missionary travel, is 1,200 euros. Like the Rejoice students before you, you are encouraged to build a network of donors who will help you reach this target. Finances are discussed during the interview, and support may be available in some cases.
Why fundraise for support?
Building a large group of donors means the cost is carried by many people. It is also a chance to connect with those in your circle and involve them in your missionary life.
After Rejoice
What is expected of me when the programme is over?
"Duc in altum", "Put out into the deep". St. Pope John Paul II reminded us of Jesus' words to St. Peter in relation to the New Evangelization. A formed Rejoice missionary is sent out with the fire to share the Gospel, equipped with new skills and knowledge to be a leader in the Church, in parishes, communities and dioceses. Most importantly, Rejoice students live with a profound sense of the need for prayer and a lifelong commitment to deepen their relationship with Christ, who sustains them in the mission.