
World Youth Day symbols on pilgrimage in PH ahead of 2027 Seoul celebration
When hundreds of thousands of young people gather in Seoul, South Korea for World Youth Day in 2027, on

When hundreds of thousands of young people gather in Seoul, South Korea for World Youth Day in 2027, on

Pope Leo XIV’s multicultural and missionary background will enrich his papacy and bring a unique perspective to his role as leader of the Catholic Church, a Filipino cardinal said.

The central figure in the relief is Sebastian Kimura with outstretched arms, surrounded by scenes depicting his missionary life

The Jesuit cardinal gave the new pontiff a small statue of Our Lady of Sheshan as a gesture of solidarity with Chinese Catholics

“Thank you very much to the young people who participated in the Midterm Elections. Your participation gives hope"

He underscored the relevance of Christ’s commandment to “love one another” in an era marked by fear and exclusion

The award, named after veteran Filipino journalist Genaro V. Ong, was presented by his daughter, who hailed LiCAS News as a model of transformative communication

The celebration sought to introduce young Catholics to the beauty of religious life while highlighting the foundational role of the family

Common themes included the need to engage youth, embrace sustainable living, and foster compassion in environmental efforts

“We, consecrated men and women in the Philippines, welcome the new Holy Father with filial devotion and synodal solidarity"