Diary - Day Five

Joining 1.8 million pilgrims in silent prayer before the Lord in Adoration.

Pope Francis reveals next World Youth Day will be in Seoul, South Korea

Day Five Highlights

Pope Francis portrays the Blessed Virgin Mary as a "missionary of joy" in his address to young people gathered in Lisbon for the World Youth Day Vigil celebration.

Pope at Fatima: Mary always welcomes us and comes to our aid in haste

Day Four Highlights

Poignant and moving Way of the Cross with Pope Francis.

WYD Day Four: A “resurrection” finale at close of day

Archbishop John Wilson encourages World Youth Day pilgrims to go deeper to respond to Christ’s call

Pope at Via Crucis: Jesus continues to journey at our side

WYD23 Diary

Luegi Lopes' diary from World Youth Day in Lisbon.

WYD Way of the Cross to focus on praying for young people’s fragilities

Diary - Day Three

Luegi links up with some of our pilgrims as Pope Francis arrives.

Day Three Highlights

Joy and happiness overflow in Lisbon as WYD pilgrims finally meet Pope Francis.