Over 1 million people visit Knock Shrine every year from all over the world. It is a special place of prayer and pilgrimage. The VAKS programme is an opportunity for young people to make a difference in the lives of these pilgrims who visit. Volunteering at Knock is a great way to meet new people, serve others, express your faith and have fun.

Volunteering can add a great deal to your life and to the lives of those you are working with. It is an amazing opportunity to enhance your skillset, share your talents and obtain training in areas such as Child Safeguarding and First Aid.

Many young people participate in the VAKS programmes with their classmates or John Paul II award group.  The Diocese of Kerry will be opening the doors to this wonderful opportunity in 2027 and inviting those participating in Spirit Youth Groups and the Pope John Paul II Awards to join us.

For further information contact
Colette O’Doherty
Co-Ordinator of Youth Ministry
Diocese of Kerry
Phone : 064-6632644 / coletteodoherty@dioceseofkerry.ie