"Ultreya" is a Spanish word, derived from the original Latin, meaning “Onward!” It was in common use by pilgrims to greet and to encourage one another while walking along the Camino de Compostela in Spain. This word is now used by the Cursillo community to signify the meeting which is held after a Cursillo experience. This meeting may be between Cursillistas from one or several communities, usually once a month.
In a climate of friendship, members share their life experiences based on the three tenets of Cursillo life: i.e.: Piety, Study and Action. This sharing can be contemplative in nature or may deal with an evangelizing experience. These sharings from real-life experiences, serve as examples to all of us of the challenge which Jesus lays before His followers: "Go and do likewise."
As its name implies, the Ultreya is a call to move forward and to keep the flame of the Cursillo burning brightly.