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Pope Leo XIV invites young people to Seoul for WYD 2027

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV invited young people to participate in the 2027 World Youth Day in Seoul, marking the opening of registrations on October 22. In a video message, the pope described the event as a pilgrimage of faith, friendship, and hope rather than a simple visit to a new city.

He encouraged participants to bring their dreams, hopes, and difficulties to the pilgrimage to find deeper personal encounters with God and the Church. The pope noted that the gathering of diverse cultures and languages would foster a sense of unity and provide an opportunity to deepen faith. He also expressed his hope that attendees would form lifelong friendships.

The registration opening coincides with the liturgical memorial of Saint John Paul II. In his message, Pope Leo XIV referenced his predecessor's encouragement to not be afraid and to open doors to Christ.

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How the coverage unfolded

  1. Oct 20, 4:51 PM ZENIT News Agency Beyond disenchantment: the religious face of contemporary S Korea
  2. Oct 19, 4:43 PM ZENIT News Agency Español Más allá del desencanto: el rostro religioso de la Corea actual
  3. Oct 22, 3:07 AM Vatican News Português Papa: "Estou ansioso para vê-los em Seul". Incrições abertas para a JMJ 2027
  4. Oct 22, 3:45 AM Vatican News Български Лъв XIV към младежите: Очаквам ви в Сеул през 2027 г.
  5. Oct 22, 5:12 AM ZENIT News Agency Français Le pape invite les jeunes à Séoul pour les JMJ 2027
  6. Oct 22, 5:01 AM Gość Niedzielny Polski „Przynieście także rany i zmagania”. Leon XIV zaprasza młodych do Seulu
  7. Oct 22, 8:20 AM Diocese of Cajazeiras Português Papa: “Estou ansioso para vê-los em Seul”. Incrições abertas para a JMJ 2027

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