Approved by The Archdiocese of Chicago,  and authorized directly from Medjugorje, the 2025 Chicago Medjugorje Mladifest Festival is the first official Medjugorje Festival for Young Adults offered here in the United States.  It has been designed to provide the same experience as the annual Mladifest Youth Festival in Medjugorje. Speakers from both Medjugorje and the USA will inspire you as you deepen your faith through a weekend filled with worship, prayer, song, and friendship. Trinity College, Palos Heights IL July 18-20th Lodging available.  https://www.centerforpeacewest.com/trip/tripDetails.jsf?trip=bfd921a2-8dad-49ae-bcbb-2e2817d1534c   About Ann Vucic Ann Vucic is a dynamic Catholic speaker, writer and passionate advocate for spiritual renewal. Born near the renowned pilgrimage site of Medjugorje in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Ann's life was profoundly transformed by an encounter with God in her youth. This pivotal experience ignited a lifelong mission to guide others on their own journeys of faith and conversion. With degrees in theology, psychology, and social work, Ann seamlessly blends academic knowledge with spiritual wisdom and passionate, compelling storytelling in her mission of evangelization. For more than 30 years, she has led pilgrimages to Medjugorje, organized Catholic retreats, and shared her testimony and spiritual insights with audiences worldwide. Her work has taken her across various platforms, including radio, television, print, social media, and live appearances. In addition to her ministry, Ann is also a film consultant and executive producer, currently collaborating on a major Hollywood film about Medjugorje, along with several other exciting movie projects. Created in partnership with renowned Hollywood professionals, these films aim to bring the message of faith, hope, and spiritual renewal to global audiences.