Pope Leo XIV Inspires Catholic Youths at Historic Jubilee Gathering

Pope Leo XIV has called upon more than a million young Catholics to carry the spirit of faith back to their homes following a large-scale jubilee gathering in Rome. The event, part of the Holy Year pilgrimage, saw participants engaged in spiritual practices and ceremonies throughout the week.

Addressing the young faithful, Pope Leo urged them to aim for 'great things, to holiness,' and emphasized the importance of letting 'the light of the Gospel' flourish within them and their communities. The closing Mass concluded a week of activities, including hymn singing, prayer, and confessions, overshadowed briefly by news of two attendee deaths.

The gathering saw an international congregation with participation from 150 countries, reinforcing the global reach of Catholicism. Despite inclement weather, spirits remained undampened, with attendees expressing gratitude for the spiritual camaraderie experienced during this historic occasion.

(With inputs from agencies.)