WMOF Package A
The DIOCESE OF PITTSBURGH has secured round-trip motor coaches and hotel rooms at a centrally
located four star hotel in downtown Philadelphia for those wishing to attend the World Meeting of
Families Congress and the weekend activities anticipated with Pope Francis. Each bus will be served
by a priest or deacon and a lay leader to meet the spiritual needs of pilgrims, and to facilitate the
overall experience of the World Meeting of Families.
Tuesday, September 22, 2015:
Depart early morning from Pittsburgh to
Philadelphia. Upon arrival, y our luggage will be
securely stored with the concierge at the hotel and
you will proceed to the World Meeting of Families at
the Philadelphia Convention Center. The hotel is
walking distance t o t h e c o n v e n t i o n c e n t e r
(½ mile – approximately 15 minutes). Official hotel
check- in is 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday – Friday, September 23 - 25, 2015:
During the days of the Congress, you will be
completely free to enjoy the workshops and
presentations purchased with your Congress ticket,
celebrate Mass, participate in activities, etc. The
C o n g r e s s officially ends on Friday afternoon.
Saturday – Sunday September 26 -27, 2015:
On Saturday and Sunday, you will be free to attend
the many events and activities of your choice
organized by World Meeting of Families and the City
of Philadelphia with Pope Francis. Your hotel is
within walking distance of the currently
proposed locations for M a s s a n d activities.
Monday, September 28, 2015:
On Monday morning, you will enjoy some leisure
time before checking out of the hotel. Departure
back to St. Paul Seminary in Pittsburgh will be late
morning, depending on traffic conditions.
Saturday – Sunday: The Diocese of Pittsburgh will host all Pittsburgh pilgrims at a centrally located meeting space
in Philadelphia during the weekend. This space will be a hub for communication and
prayer gathering, as a respite, or for possible programs.
While in Philadelphia, you may also consider visiting the Cathedral, located adjacent to the convention center.
There are also several wonderful shrines, the Liberty Bell, and many other points of interest in the area.
The program is non-refundable, if Pope Francis is not present in Philadelphia on Sept 26-27, 2015, we will still
stay in Philadelphia over the weekend. We will organize spiritual activities, possibly walking tours and
celebrate Mass together.
WMOF Package A
PILGRIMAGE DETAILS
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS AND TRANSPORTATION
Your choice of two types of rooms at a four star property in Philadelphia within walking distance (1/2 mile,
approximately 15 minutes) to the Philadelphia Convention Center and all of the currently proposed activities.
Please choose a KING room (one bed for one or two people) or a QUEEN room (2 beds - maximum 4 people).
Meals are not included but are available in the onsite restaurant.
The Pilgrimage includes your hotel room choice for SIX nights (Sept 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 check out Monday
28th) and the roundtrip coach transportation - departing Pittsburgh, Tuesday Sept 22 and retuning Monday
Sept 28th for one or two people in a KING room, or for two, three or four people in a QUEEN room.
Philadelphia has advised that they will be enforcing the occupancy of the hotels during this time and all
travelers for your room reservation must be listed and included on the attached form.
COACH TRANSPORTATION ROUND TRIP
ONE or TWO pilgrims
TWO, THREE or FOUR pilgrims
1.
2.
3.
TOTAL DUE1
$ 2,750.00
$ 3,300.00
THERE ARE A LIMITED NUMBER OF ALL ROOM TYPES (ESPECIALLY QUEEN ROOMS) AND
MOTOR COACH SEATS AVAILABLE. RESERVATIONS WILL BE FILLED ON A FIRST COME - FIRST
SERVED BASIS. PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE OF OTHERS WHEN MAKING YOUR SELECTION. IF
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT YOU CAN BE ACCOMMODATED IN A KING ROOM - PLEASE
CHOOSE A KING ROOM.
RESERVATIONS WILL BE TIME STAMPED UPON RECEIPT. PAYMENT BY CHECK ONLY.
UNFORTUNATELY, DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS EVENT, AND IN ORDER TO SAFEGUARD OUR
BLOCK OF ROOMS WITH THE HOTEL - WE CANNOT ACCEPT CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS.
YOU MAY SEND FULL PAYMENT IMMEDIATELY, OR YOU MAY USE THE FOLLOWING PAYMENT
SCHEDULE. WE WILL NOT SEND REMINDERS - IT WILL BE YOUR RESPONSIBLY TO MEET THE
DEADLINES.
PAYMENT
INITIAL NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT
SECOND NON-REFUNDABLE PAYMENT
FINAL NON-REFUNDABLE PAYMENT
1
ROOM TYPE
KING ROOM (one king bed)
QUEEN ROOM (two queen beds)
AMOUNT DUE - KING
$100.00
$1,325.00
$1,325.00
AMOUNT DUE
QUEEN
$100.00
$1,600.00
$1,600.00
DUE ON OR
BEFORE
IMMEDIATELY
March 1, 2015
May 1, 2015
Prices listed reflect the cost of the pilgrimage. There is no profit to the Diocese. If for any reason the pilgrimage does not sell out,
pricing may need to be slightly adjusted.
WMOF Package A
4.
Any deposits received after our room block is exhausted will be returned.
OUR PILGRIMAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE THE TICKET FOR THE WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES CONGRESS.
THERE ARE MANY CHOICES RANGING FROM $95.00 - $325.00. Upon receipt of our email confirming your
reservation, you are responsible for purchasing your tickets for the World Meeting of Families through
their website www.worldmeeting2015.com
PLEASE NOTE:
 REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 6, 2015 ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS - We are
extremely fortunate to have this block of rooms, at this well located hotel, at this price!
Hotels are completely sold out in Philadelphia - especially for Saturday night - therefore it is
necessary that we confirm our use of this block of rooms at this rate immediately.
 This is a Pilgrimage – only pilgrims reserving the entire package may travel and/or stay
with our group.
 Entire package is non-refundable.
 Meals are not included or organized. Dining options information is available on the World
Meeting of Families website - http://www.worldmeeting2015.org/plan-your-visit/dining/
 ONLY round-trip transportation to Philadelphia is included. The World Meeting of Families
Congress tickets offer some local transportation options with your ticket purchase.
However, please note our hotel is within walking distance of all currently proposed
activities.
 Obviously, we cannot predict the conditions especially when Pope Francis is present in
Philadelphia. We will do our utmost to facilitate your enjoyment of your pilgrimage,
however, many things will be controlled by the City of Philadelphia for safety reasons, etc.
We are bound by their regulations. Experience with similar Papal events in Rome (the
Canonizations of the Popes) has taught us that individuals have many different experiences
at these type of events. Everyone feels blessed by the Pope’s presence whether they catch
a glimpse of the Holy Father close up, or from afar. We will be where we are meant to be
and will feel blessed just to be in Philadelphia for the Papal visit.
 QUESTIONS EMAIL [email protected]
 Return your Reservation Form with deposit as soon as possible to:
Diocese of Pittsburgh
Associate General Secretaries Office
ATTN: WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES
111 Boulevard of the Allies
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
WMOF Package A
DIOCESE OF PITTSBURGH PILGRIMAGE TO PHILADELPHIA FOR WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES PLUS
WEEKEND ACTIVITIES WITH POPE FRANCIS
TRANSPORTATION AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
RESERVATION FORM
THE PREFERRED METHOD OF CONTACT IS EMAIL - PLEASE CLEARLY PRINT NAME, EMAIL
ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER OF THE PRIMARY CONTACT PERSON FOR THIS RESERVATION
_____________________________________________________________________________
Name
_____________________________________________________________________________
Email /Phone
ENCLOSED FIND FULL PAYMENT OR THE INITIAL DEPOSIT OF $100.00 (Circle One) FOR A
 King Room for One Pilgrim (Total Due: $2,750.00)
 King Room for Two Pilgrims (Total Due: $2,750.00)
 Queen Room for Two Pilgrims (Total $3,300.00)
 Queen Room for Three Pilgrims (Total $3,300.00)
 Queen Room for Four Pilgrims (Total $3,300.00)
AND TRANSPORTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING PILGRIMS
(Keep a copy for your records)
FULL NAME
MAILING ADDRESS
HOME TELEPHONE
CELL PHONE
EMAIL ADDRESS
HOME PARISH
WMOF Package A
FULL NAME
MAILING ADDRESS
HOME TELEPHONE
CELL PHONE
EMAIL ADDRESS
HOME PARISH
FULL NAME
MAILING ADDRESS
HOME TELEPHONE
CELL PHONE
EMAIL ADDRESS
HOME PARISH
FULL NAME
MAILING ADDRESS
HOME TELEPHONE
CELL PHONE
EMAIL ADDRESS
HOME PARISH
I/WE AGREE TO RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS THE DIOCESE OF PITTSBURGH, ITS EMPLOYEES OR
REPRESENTATIVES FROM ANY LIABILITY ASSOCIATED WITH, OR ARISING FROM MY TRANSPORTATION TO
OR FROM, OR MY PARTICIPATION IN THE GATHERING FOR THE WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES IN
PHILADELPHIA, PA, SEPTEMBER 22 – 28, 2015
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