Sponsorship for Pilgrims to Tres Dias
Anyone who wishes to attend a Tres Dias Weekend must be sponsored by someone that has previously attended a 3-day weekend. A Sponsor carries significant responsibility before, during and after the Weekend.
While it is said that a Sponsor should know their potential pilgrim well enough to complete the application; this is not always the case. Many of us have known and respected individuals at our congregation for years yet never knowing some of the details that are asked on the application. As the first form of Palanca, a Sponsor must at least initiate the application process for their pilgrim and if possible, create some opportunity to sit down with their pilgrim to complete the online application.
Once a pilgrim is accepted, our Pre-Weekend Couple will email the sponsor with confirmation along with a more detailed list of Sponsor Guidelines. For example, a Sponsor is responsible for assuring their pilgrim will have a ride to the camp to begin the Weekend and arrange for transportation after the Weekend. The Sponsor also informs the pilgrim of what should and/or should not be brought to the Weekend Event.
What if your pilgrim has special needs (such as a diet or medication)? The Sponsor/Pilgrim must report this on the application so that the Team will be informed. If medication is needed during the nights or at special times, members of the Weekend Team will be informed through the application process so they can help remind the pilgrim of the time.
*Sponsors, please remember to submit your Pilgrim's online application at least seven (7) days before the Weekend begins.
For questions on sponsor guidelines, please contact our Pre-Weekend Couple at