A Beacon of Hope: Pope Leo XIV Inspires Millions of Young Catholics

Pope Leo XIV has taken a significant step in his papacy, rallying over a million young Catholics from around the world to spread their faith and create a better world. During a week-long series of events in Rome, the Pope addressed the massive crowd, urging them to “spread your enthusiasm and the witness of your faith to everyone you meet”. This powerful message resonated with the young attendees, who braved the heat and overnight camping to catch a glimpse of the Pope.

The gathering, part of the Catholic Holy Year, saw youths from nearly 150 nations come together to celebrate their faith. Pope Leo XIV also used the platform to express his solidarity with those affected by war, particularly in Gaza and Ukraine, calling on the youths to help build a world where dialogue replaces conflict. As the Pope looks to the future, he reminded the crowd that their next encounter will be during World Youth Day in Seoul, South Korea, in 2027. With his message of hope and dialogue, Pope Leo XIV is inspiring a new generation of Catholics to take an active role in shaping the world.