The week-long event ending Sunday, a highlight of the Jubilee holy year, was an enormous undertaking for the Vatican.

We are closer than ever to young people who suffer the most serious evils, which are caused by other human beings,” Leo said.

For the past week, young Catholics from around the world have poured into Rome for their special Jubilee celebration.

Pope Leo XIV announced that the dates of the next World Youth Day, to be held in Seoul, South Korea, will be Aug. 3-8, 2027.