World Youth Day
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Let the fire of faith enkindle the world, cardinal tells WYD pilgrims
Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz’s welcome to World Youth Day pilgrims on Tuesday had a stirring reminder: it is up to them... Read more
Pope Francis goes to Krakow tomorrow – here's what to watch for
Many special moments are anticipated during Pope Francis' visit to Poland this week for World Youth Day, especially considering his... Read more
Cardinal Dziwisz talks Krakow, Saint John Paul II
As World Youth Day approaches, the Archbishop of Krakow recently spoke with EWTN Deutschland about the “city of saints” hosting... Read more
For youth in Krakow, seeing Pope Francis will be 'out of this world'
As thousands of youth are setting foot in Krakow for World Youth Day, many voiced their excitement not only to... Read more
Pope prays for pilgrims en route to Krakow for WYD
Pope Francis has asked for prayers as he, and all the pilgrims attending this year's World Youth Day, prepare to... Read more
Pope Francis to meet Holocaust survivors during Auschwitz visit
Though rumors have been floating for some time, the Vatican confirmed that the Pope will meet with 10 Holocaust survivors... Read more
Pope Francis is ready for World Youth Day – are you?
Even though World Youth Day doesn't start until next week, thousands of pilgrims from throughout the world are already descending... Read more
Catechetical youth site aims to share mercy at World Youth Day
Poland has been known as the heart of the Divine Mercy devotion since the 1930s and also boasts the homeland... Read more
How the Pope's visit to Auschwitz will shape World Youth Day
Since the very first World Youth Day in 1986, the international Catholic event has been marked by prayer, music, and... Read more
Divine Mercy meets World Youth Day this summer in Poland
Krakow’s role in the Divine Mercy devotion could mean great things for World Youth Day this year, said the city’s... Read more
What was JPII's secret to inspiring the youth? His mere presence, secretary says
Ahead of next year’s World Youth Day in Krakow, the long-time secretary for Pope John Paul II explained how the... Read more
With a tap on an iPad, Pope Francis registers for World Youth Day 2016
Pope Francis has invited the youth of the world on pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2016--and on Sunday he became... Read more
Considering WYD 2016 in Poland? Here's what one bishop wants you to know
For those pilgrims thinking about participating in World Youth Day 2016 in Krakow, Poland, Bishop Frank Caggiano has a message:... Read more
Official song for World Youth Day 2016 debuted in Krakow
The official song for World Youth Day Krakow 2016, inspired by the theme “Blessed are the merciful,” was premiered in... Read more
World Youth Day organizer named as next Sydney archbishop
Pope Francis has named the next Archbishop of Sydney: Parramatta Bishop Anthony Fisher, O.P., a Sydney native and a lead... Read more
Official logo, prayer for WYD Krakow 2016 announced
In a press conference held earlier today in Krakow, Poland, Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz presented the official logo and prayer for... Read more
Pope in WYD message: poverty leads us to true happiness
In his message for the 29th WYD, Pope Francis draws his theme from the beatitude on poverty, emphasizing that it... Read more
Forty-five WYD participants seek refugee status in Brazil
Citing religious oppression in their home countries, 45 young people who took part in World Youth Day 2013 in Rio... Read more
Pope Francis thanks Rio governor for warm welcome at WYD
The governor of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has received a letter from Pope Francis offering thanks for the city’s hospitality... Read more
Denver World Youth Day brought 'joy,' vitality to local Church
At the event's recent anniversary, participants in World Youth Day Denver recalled how the presence of Blessed John Paul II... Read more
