ByzanTEEN Rally 2026 will be held July 9–12, 2026, at John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio (Eparchy of Parma).

Chaperones must be 25 years or older. All other volunteers must be at least 21 years old.

Registration Fee:

• Early Bird (before April 1): $350
• After April 1 (full price): $380

Payment may be submitted online at the end of this form, or by check made payable to “ByzanTEEN Rally 2026” and mailed to:

ByzanTEEN Youth Rally 2026
Byzantine Catholic Archeparchy of Pittsburgh
66 Riverview Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15214

The registration deadline is Friday, May 15, 2026.

Question? Email byzanteenrally@gmail.com  

Additional Information (more details to come):

• University Website: John Carroll University | John Carroll University
• Campus address: 1 John Carroll BoulevardUniversity Heights, Ohio 44118
• Arrival & Registration: Thursday, July 9, 3:00–4:30 PM (precise location TBA)
• Departure from the ByzanTEEN Rally site: Sunday, July 12, after 11:00 AM

Health Insurance Information: Please include a copy (front and back) of your medical insurance card, prescription card and dental card. These are required if emergency care is needed.

Please list below all medications to be taken (including inhalers and non-prescription medications).

Medications brought must be in the original prescription packaging (daily sorters/pill keepers are not permitted) and dispensed by health personnel.

ALL medications, including over-the-counter medications, must be turned in to the health personnel.  

MEDICAL RELEASE

In the event I am unable to do so at the time of the emergency, I hereby give permission to the health personnel to perform routine tests and treatment for my health. In the event of an emergency or other acute event where time will not allow my designated contact person to be reached, I hereby give permission for the health personnel to secure necessary consultative care for me,  including hospitalization,  anesthesia,  surgery, and other medical treatment.  I hereby give permission for any health personnel to view my medical history so I may be treated as necessary. I hereby agree to accept any financial responsibility for any and all medical attention necessary.

In this section of the form, please choose one or more areas of ministry in which you would like to be involved during the Rally.

The following roles are available:

• Chaperone only (must be 25+; includes security shifts)
• Chaperone and volunteer in other areas
• Volunteer in one or more areas of interest (can be younger than 25, at least 21)

We need help in the following areas. Each area requires both team leaders and team members:

• Small Group Facilitators leading discussions and activities after the main talks (We especially encourage younger volunteers ages 21–39 to lead)
• ByzanTEEN Cafe Team
• Afternoon activities:
  • Leading sport activities
  • Leading craft activities
  • Leading games and icebreakers
  • Leading the group/camp dance
• Photographer - taking photos/videos
• Liturgical Support – assisting during services (passing out liturgical books, etc.)

I fully release, discharge, and waive any claims or right of actions which I have or might have arising from any negligent acts or omissions of the Eparchy, any of its employees, agents, and all affiliated individuals arising out of any activity associated with the Rally. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Eparchy, any of its employees, agents, and all affiliated individuals for damage based on negligence of the Eparchy, any of its employees, agents or all affiliated individuals arising out of any incident during the Rally, and that the aforementioned persons cannot be held responsible for any social media incident that occurs during the Rally.

All photography and videography are the property of and will be for ByzanTEEN Rally promotional use ONLY. By signing this form, you give permission for pictures and videos for this ByzanTEEN Rally promotional use.

In accordance with the Safe Environment Policy mandated by the U.S. Catholic bishops, ALL Rally volunteers and chaperones must be approved and cleared by  their respective  Eparchy.  A  Letter of Approval from the Safe Environment Office of the respective Eparchy IS REQUIRED. The Rally Planning Office may also require a copy of the cleared Background Check Form before registration is accepted and attendance permitted. All volunteers and chaperones participating in the Rally are expected to attend all events, follow all rules of conduct, and assist in overseeing the teens' activities. A volunteer and chaperone guideline will be provided.