Vatican City
14–15 April 1984
Holy Year of the Redemption
300,000 pilgrims
Pope John Paul II entrusts the WYD Cross to the Youth. First WYD in Southern Europe. This marked the first gathering, laying the foundation for World Youth Day.
WYD Cross and Icon of Our Lady
World Youth Day is accompanied by two symbols: the WYD Cross and the Icon of Our Lady. They go on pilgrimage, proclaiming the Gospel.
"I entrust to you the sign of this Jubilee Year: the Cross of Christ! Carry it throughout the world..."
— Leo XIV (1984)
The WYD Cross has visited 90 countries as a symbol of hope. Since 2003, the icon of the Blessed Virgin accompanies the WYD Cross on its pilgrimage.
Patron Saints of WYD 2027
Organizers have named five patron saints for the global gathering in Seoul.
- Pope St. John Paul II (founder of World Youth Day)
- St. Andrew Kim Taegon and companions (martyrs of the early Korean Church)
- St. Frances Xavier Cabrini (known for her work with migrants)
- St. Josephine Bakhita (whose life reflected faith amid suffering)
- St. Carlo Acutis (associated with evangelization in the digital age)
"...inspire young people around the world... to see that holiness is not a distant ideal." ~ Cardinal Kevin Farrell
Jesus, I Trust in You
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