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Pope Leo XIV hosts World Youth Day
In brief
Pope Leo XIV will preside over World Youth Day in Seoul, South Korea, from August 3 to 8, 2027. This event marks the first time the pope will host the gathering as the successor of Peter.
Pilgrims across the United States are already preparing to travel to South Korea for the event.
AI-assisted briefing based on the sources below.Sources behind this story
- Official source@diocesefwsbUS pilgrims are already gearing up for World Youth Day 2027 in South Korea
Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend
- Reporting@osvnewsUS pilgrims are already gearing up for World Youth Day 2027 in South Korea
OSV News · Anna Dougherty
How the coverage unfolded
- Sep 10, 6:24 AM OSV News US pilgrims are already gearing up for World Youth Day 2027 in South Korea
- Sep 10, 6:24 AM Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend US pilgrims are already gearing up for World Youth Day 2027 in South Korea
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