St. John Paul II and Blessed Carlo Acutis Named Among World Youth Day 2023 Patrons
The new patrons of the upcoming Lisbon, Portugal, gathering were unveiled on May 18, the anniversary of the Polish Pope’s birth.
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Boy Who Embraced Pope Francis During WYD in Rio is Now a Young Man Discerning Religious Life
Many faithful, especially in Brazil, remember the image of Nathan de Brito hugging the Holy Father.
World Youth Day 2021: Pope Francis Asks Young People to ‘Testify Joyfully That Christ is Alive’
This year, WYD will be celebrated at the diocesan level on the Solemnity of Christ the King with the theme “Arise! I make you a witness of what you have seen,” inspired by Jesus’ words to St. Paul recorded in Acts 26:16.
Vatican Asks Dioceses to Promote Local World Youth Day Celebrations
Pope Francis announced last November that these local youth celebrations should take place on the Solemnity of Christ the King starting in 2021. They had formerly been held on Palm Sunday.
Pope Francis Postpones World Youth Day and Meeting of Families Amid Coronavirus
The theme of World Youth Day in Lisbon in 2023 is “Mary arose and went with haste.”
WYD in Panama Renews Spirit of Discipleship in US Participants
The global Catholic youth event is not just a moment of encounter, but an invitation to grow in holiness, according to participants.
World Youth Day Kicks Off With Holy Message: ‘Have the Courage to Be Saints’
Panama archbishop shared with youth the witness of saints, including Martin de Porres, Rose of Lima, Juan Diego and John Paul II.
5 Things to Know About World Youth Day 2019
The youth event in Panama starts today and ends Jan. 27.
St. John Paul II Relic Given to 2019 World Youth Day
The relic is a gift from Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz to the Church in Panama as it prepares to host the 2019 World Youth Day.
